1
as in long
of great extent from end to end
she used a lengthy piece of rope to tie her dog to a tree
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2
as in far
lasting for a considerable time
the store manager gives new associates a lengthy sermon on the evils of shoplifting
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Recent Examples of lengthy
The deal reached before Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Christine Hernandez also includes a lengthy list of three dozen provisions that Rodriguez-Vazquez must meet for the agreement to stick.
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Charles Rabin, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Doak had a lengthy criminal history that included arrests for theft, burglary and criminal damage to property.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2025
In come the Yankees, the storied rival of the Red Sox during their lengthy histories and a potential home for one of Boston's biggest stars.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
After a lengthy delay of 11 minutes and 55 seconds, fourth official Sam Barrott took Webb’s place and Phil Sharp, the officials’ coach, took over fourth official duties.
—Rob Tanner, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Charles Rabin, Miami Herald, 14 May 2025
Doak had a lengthy criminal history that included arrests for theft, burglary and criminal damage to property.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2025
In come the Yankees, the storied rival of the Red Sox during their lengthy histories and a potential home for one of Boston's biggest stars.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
After a lengthy delay of 11 minutes and 55 seconds, fourth official Sam Barrott took Webb’s place and Phil Sharp, the officials’ coach, took over fourth official duties.
—Rob Tanner, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengthy
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What to keep, what to kill The next CEO should come to office willing to immediately eliminate badges like Chrysler, Maserati, Lancia and DS ― and take a long, hard look at Dodge and Alfa Romeo’s justifications for survival.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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O’Neil lets the shot go on for an uncomfortably long time, his sobs audible and LaBeouf silently choking up onscreen.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2025
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The track also featured a rumble strip on the left for Turn 14, and the apex of Turn 15 was a bit elongated, both of which should help drivers navigate the section.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The slim, elongated handle also facilitates comfort and security across all types of grip.—
Wes Siler,
Outside Online,
24 Apr. 2025
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The tusk, which is actually an elongated tooth, is mainly found in males and can grow up to 10 feet long.—
Monica Cull,
Discover Magazine,
28 Feb. 2025
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Chaos is a constant for the outdoor winter sport with single-elimination playoffs that relies on the bounces of an elongated sphere.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Lengthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengthy. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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