not so long ago

phrase

: a short time ago

Not so long ago, she was the nation's best gymnast.

Examples of not so long ago in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While wide hips were considered a problem area not so long ago, designers are now erecting a sort of fashion monument to them—as a symbol of sensuality, strength, and self-determination. — Kelly Niesen, Glamour, 24 July 2026

The aggressive push by streamers has coincided with the near-total collapse of regional sports cable channels — outlets that were not so long ago the most profitable engines of pay TV. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 23 July 2026

Aboard the Crystal Symphony not so long ago, our butler was fretting about matzo balls. — Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Just like not so long ago no one would have predicted a Kansan would play in the World Cup. — Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for not so long ago

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