yearlong

adjective

year·​long ˈyir-ˈlȯŋ 

: lasting through a year

Examples of yearlong in a Sentence

She went on a yearlong sabbatical.

Recent Examples on the Web

As part of the yearlong celebration, the Mint is introducing one-year-only changes to familiar American coinage, including the circulating dime, quarter, and half dollar. — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 20 Aug. 2026

Amid the Warriors’ one-win season in 2025, Shaffer not only emerged from a yearlong injury absence to secure his place on the field with his caliber of play but also generated confidence in the possibility of a quick turnaround. — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

The Independence School District signed a lease agreement with the church in April, days after informing Fairmount parents and families of the yearlong change. — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026

Now, after a yearlong delay, an expedition that some believe represents the best chance at solving one of the most enduring mysteries of the 20th century is set to take place this fall. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1813, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for yearlong

• evensong
• livelong
• overlong
• vietcong
• agung
• along
• belong
• birdsong
• furlong
• headlong
• headstrong
• lifelong