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as in expanses
a wide space or area
vowed that he would journey the lengths of the earth to find her
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
the length of a professional tennis court is 78 feet from baseline to baseline
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Recent Examples of lengths
In some cases, tech companies and developers in Georgia and elsewhere are going to great lengths to secure power — and to do so fast.
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Drew Kann,
AJC.com,
1 July 2026
And Hollywood insider Rob Shuter reports that not everyone is happy about the lengths she’s gone to keep her wedding private.
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Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
29 June 2026
The audience and the other participants go to great lengths each season to insure the safety of the few indefatigable girls who impress us with their authenticity and make full use of their latitude to become tragic heroines.
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Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
27 June 2026
It often gets grouped with convertible clothing, which covers pieces that change in other ways, like zip-off legs or adjustable lengths.
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Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2026
A little lift at the root or fullness through the lengths can completely change the shape of a style, making hair look thicker, healthier, and more intentionally styled.
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Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
The Red Bull Ring’s track surface is highly abrasive due to its age, but tire degradation often isn’t as challenging as at some other F1 venues due to the short corner lengths here.
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Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Board appointments and term lengths are governed by Florida law.
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Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
And each woman goes to great lengths to care for her own children or other people’s children.
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Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Drew Kann,
AJC.com,
1 July 2026
And Hollywood insider Rob Shuter reports that not everyone is happy about the lengths she’s gone to keep her wedding private.
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Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
29 June 2026
The audience and the other participants go to great lengths each season to insure the safety of the few indefatigable girls who impress us with their authenticity and make full use of their latitude to become tragic heroines.
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Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
27 June 2026
It often gets grouped with convertible clothing, which covers pieces that change in other ways, like zip-off legs or adjustable lengths.
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Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2026
A little lift at the root or fullness through the lengths can completely change the shape of a style, making hair look thicker, healthier, and more intentionally styled.
—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
26 June 2026
The Red Bull Ring’s track surface is highly abrasive due to its age, but tire degradation often isn’t as challenging as at some other F1 venues due to the short corner lengths here.
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Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Board appointments and term lengths are governed by Florida law.
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Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
23 June 2026
And each woman goes to great lengths to care for her own children or other people’s children.
—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengths
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Surrounded by wide open expanses of the Santa Monica Mountains, this modern abode has a direct connection with its surroundings via the sliding doors and casement windows that swing open to beckon in fresh air and sunlight.
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For example, the warmer temperatures in the El Niño region are happening in the context of warmer than normal temperatures across vast expanses in the Pacific.
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Instead of limiting where an electric bike can go, its folding design creates more opportunities to ride, making spontaneous adventures easier than ever while still providing the comfort needed for longer distances.
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They’re also suited for specific boating environments, with canoeing most frequently seen in rivers, lakes, and shallower waters while sailboats are more tailored for wider distances and uses.
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Space exploration is entering a new era, mirroring historical expansions where lasting wealth stemmed from infrastructure, not just initial discoveries.
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Republicans said the expansions from the pandemic era went too far and tried to persuade Democrats to fund a temporary spending bill that didn't address the expiring ACA subsidies, with promises of discussing ways to continue the subsidies later.
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The simple sandals are padded with memory foam, feature non-slip outsoles, and come in both standard and wide widths.
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From that glossy start emerges an elaborate, colossal bun composed of braids in varying widths—from pencil-thin plaits woven around the base to chunkier folds making up the lion’s share of the height-enhancing sculpture.
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The state’s large population, high number of vehicles and long stretches of intense summer heat all contribute to the elevated risk.
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Paraguay wins after a marathon match that saw Germany live in the attacking third for large stretches of the game.
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“Lengths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengths. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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