1
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
This includes an examination of the kinds of brands and celebrities JOLLY looks to associate with, the best platforms to reach their audience and even the lengths of videos.
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Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Woven fabrics generally shed less than knits, warp knits are less flaky than weft knits, and filament yarns have better structural integrity than their staple counterparts, though this drawback can be remedied with longer lengths and stronger twists.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Nov. 2025
Living Arrangements is a series about the lengths New Yorkers go to cohabitate.
—Kayla Levy, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2025
Senators would have to decide on debate lengths.
—George Petras, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Near the speed of light, durations of time dilate and lengths appear to contract along the direction of motion in a velocity-dependent way, with each unique observer seeing different values.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Double it up with two tennis necklaces in varying lengths, along with a chunky metal chain to balance out the sparkle.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2025
If your lengths inevitably fall flat, don’t overlook the best thickening sprays.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Great lengths [are] being made to make sure his presumption of innocence is maintained for the general public.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Yahya Salem, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Woven fabrics generally shed less than knits, warp knits are less flaky than weft knits, and filament yarns have better structural integrity than their staple counterparts, though this drawback can be remedied with longer lengths and stronger twists.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Nov. 2025
Living Arrangements is a series about the lengths New Yorkers go to cohabitate.
—Kayla Levy, Curbed, 7 Nov. 2025
Senators would have to decide on debate lengths.
—George Petras, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Near the speed of light, durations of time dilate and lengths appear to contract along the direction of motion in a velocity-dependent way, with each unique observer seeing different values.
—Big Think, 5 Nov. 2025
Double it up with two tennis necklaces in varying lengths, along with a chunky metal chain to balance out the sparkle.
—Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2025
If your lengths inevitably fall flat, don’t overlook the best thickening sprays.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
Great lengths [are] being made to make sure his presumption of innocence is maintained for the general public.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lengths
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Ships have been left stranded and vast expanses of sand are visible where water once flowed.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Never mind its name, extreme temperatures, and vast expanses of desert—there are also stones that move on their own.—
Graham Averill,
Outside,
28 Oct. 2025
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For those who frequently drive short distances on electric power alone, ADAC suggests that a fully battery-electric vehicle (BEV) may be the smarter option.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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Ideal for nature documentaries or ecological films, the reserve offers boardwalk access, eco-lodges and nearby desert plains that allow diverse visual transitions within short distances.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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This is a continuation of the company’s retail expansions — before launching its direct-to-consumer website earlier this year, the platform built up partnerships with Jared, Selfridges, and Dubai’s Duty Free, scaling to more than 100 wholesale doors.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Airwallex also offers its global network of licenses and services to other fintech companies through API integrations, such as facilitating Brex, Rippling, and Deel’s international expansions.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Five straps of differing widths hold the foot in place as the shoe’s upper balance on top of a six-inch heel.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Available in two widths, these faux leather boots have the brand’s signature Soft System cushioned footbed for all-day comfort, plus treaded rubber outsoles for grip.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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This sets him apart from most of the other bettors at his altitude, of which there are a few dozen, who visit from out of town on occasion and gamble for marathon stretches.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Grab a chair on Ipanema Beach, sip a fresh coconut, and cool off in the ocean between stretches of sunbathing.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Lengths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lengths. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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