1
as in elongated
of great extent from end to end
giraffes have long necks to help them reach leaves on tall trees
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2
as in lengthy
lasting for a considerable time
if it's boring, even a movie with a running time of 90 minutes can seem long
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as in perennially
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as in months
a long or seemingly long period of time
they should be here before long
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as in to crave
to have an earnest wish to own or enjoy
I long for the day when cancer is but a distant and unpleasant memory
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Recent Examples of long
Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 19 May 2025
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
Susan Page, USA Today, 20 May 2025
Vidya Balan has long been a pioneer in Hindi Cinema — or Bollywood as it’s more often called — inciting change in the portrayal of women through her mold-breaking leading roles.
—Sunil Sadarangani, Deadline, 20 May 2025
Erin Jensen, USA Today, 3 May 2025
The film has made history as the longest-running theatrical release of all time with midnight reenactments and sing a longs across the globe.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2025
Frank Rizzo, Variety, 28 Apr. 2025
And as Yuri, longing for a family unit to call her own, Zengel couldn’t be better.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
The dress featured a high neckline and long Guinevere-style point sleeves to accommodate local dressing customs.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 19 May 2025
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
Adverb
Monitoring the health of presidents has long been a difficult enterprise, back to the disabling stroke that Woodrow Wilson suffered in 1919; his wife became his gatekeeper.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 20 May 2025
Vidya Balan has long been a pioneer in Hindi Cinema — or Bollywood as it’s more often called — inciting change in the portrayal of women through her mold-breaking leading roles.
—Sunil Sadarangani, Deadline, 20 May 2025
Noun
Charity longs to be her sister’s everything, including her, well, lover.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 3 May 2025
The film has made history as the longest-running theatrical release of all time with midnight reenactments and sing a longs across the globe.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Apr. 2025
Verb
Several numbers have a been-there feel, such as when Itzel sings metaphorically about longing for the freedom of a bird.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 28 Apr. 2025
And as Yuri, longing for a family unit to call her own, Zengel couldn’t be better.
—Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long
Adjective
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The sword consists of a short, elongated, pointed blade with a handle with antennas, made of iron, combined with spheres made of copper alloys or copper.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 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
Adjective
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What makes this glistening look work are the beading details throughout the lengthy overcoat and trousers.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
16 May 2025
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For years, the immigration control agencies have been hampered by a lengthy hiring process, high attrition rates and difficulties in attracting qualified candidates.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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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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Milk Chocolate For those with darker skin tones, a milk chocolate mani will match seamlessly and elongate fingers.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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In the far west, where Fort Worth dips into Parker County, the Walsh and Veale Ranch communities are expected to house roughly 80,000 residents.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
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As for McTominay, the midfielder’s movement towards the far post prevents Giorgio Scalvini from following Politano and keeps De Roon in a more central position.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Adverb
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Anna Pigeon — Premieres in 2026 Anna Pigeon is a former city slicker who became a park ranger after a devastating loss changed the trajectory of her life forever.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2025
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Staff still firmly believe the right forever home is out there though.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Here in the first city, the Catholic Church is at an extended crossroads of its own, calling for its leaders and adherents to engage in strategic planning and soul-searching of their own.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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But an extended program between Lynch and Valkyria could do the trick.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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The White House has not indicated whether the president will seek her Senate confirmation to hold the post permanently.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
15 May 2025
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This legal doctrine applies when someone enters the U.S. on a temporary basis—such as a visitor—but has always intended to remain in the country permanently, possibly by marrying and applying for a green card.—
Andy J. Semotiuk,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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“Long.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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