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 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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as in perennially
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Recent Examples of long
Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, an inclusive church that has long welcomed members of the LGBTQ+ community, is near one of the crosswalks set for removal.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Oct. 2025
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 1 Oct. 2025
The mission behind Alebrije, according to Victoria, is to offer a corner of Mexico in Nashville, where good, affordable food evokes nostalgia and warmth, especially for older generations who long for the flavors of their childhood and the comfort of their grandmother’s kitchen.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Sep. 2025
Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Over his long and illustrious career as a CBS news correspondent and anchor, Bob Schieffer won awards and earned acclaim as one of the finest journalists in America.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2025
Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2025
TreVeyon Henderson had rushed for 27 yards, led by a long of 14.
—Oliver Thomas, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Back to the London look—Dilara Findikoglu has long been an it-girl favorite.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2025
Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, an inclusive church that has long welcomed members of the LGBTQ+ community, is near one of the crosswalks set for removal.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
For customers still longing for beefy selections after Saturday’s final hurrah?
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 1 Oct. 2025
The mission behind Alebrije, according to Victoria, is to offer a corner of Mexico in Nashville, where good, affordable food evokes nostalgia and warmth, especially for older generations who long for the flavors of their childhood and the comfort of their grandmother’s kitchen.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
Make sure to bring your long camera lenses and your binoculars.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Over his long and illustrious career as a CBS news correspondent and anchor, Bob Schieffer won awards and earned acclaim as one of the finest journalists in America.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2025
Adverb
No one has drains in this long.
—Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2025
TreVeyon Henderson had rushed for 27 yards, led by a long of 14.
—Oliver Thomas, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long
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In addition to her work on KPop Demon Hunters, EJAE has a lengthy career working as a songwriter on K-pop songs by some of the industry’s biggest groups, including Aespa, Le Sserafim, Twice and NMIXX.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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And there are other ideas to do with ion drives and collecting interstellar gas and using that to propel yourself along—but all that would involve very lengthy trips.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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With at least 89 wins four of the last five seasons, the Blue Jays are perennially competitive.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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Its defense was among the nation’s best perennially, and perhaps none was as gap sound or as physical.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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The elongated blending stick works great in deep pots and tall containers.—
Nora Colomer
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15 Oct. 2025
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At the front of its elongated hood, the face of the Vision Iconic wears a plus-sized grille that pays homage to the large grilles in the company’s history.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Highland Park, which was founded in the late 18th century, is located on Orkney, an archipelago in the far north of Scotland.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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At the far edge of the risk spectrum, crypto failed to bounce after last Friday’s $150 billion wipeout.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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One way to mess with an option team’s Plan A is to not only stick them with third-and-forevers, but to put them in an early hole, making them throw out of desperation.—
Sean Keeler,
The Denver Post,
14 Sep. 2019
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Printed with thermochromic ink, the stamp reveals a second image of the moon when a finger is pressed to it, and a sheet of 16 Forever stamps features a map of the eclipse path.—
Meg Jones,
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
18 Aug. 2017
Adverb
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Meanwhile, Democrats have been loath to accept any verbal agreements, instead using the CR fight to demand Republicans permanently extend expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.—
Rachel Schilke,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Oct. 2025
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However, his relationships within the royal family have been permanently altered due to his involvement with multiple scandals, including his relationship with billionaire predator Jeffrey Epstein.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Edward and Shari Glazer The Glazers are part of the extended family that owns the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers and a majority share in the English football team Manchester United.—
Melanie Hicken,
CNN Money,
24 Oct. 2025
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That means David Jiricek will probably get an extended look after being sent down to the AHL just last week to work on his game.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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In collegiate sports, the bond between player and coach is often enduringly strong – much more so than at the professional level.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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The enduringly magnetic on-again, off-again power couple comprised of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reunited a year after their divorce at the premiere of the former's big new film, Kiss of the Spider Woman.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Long.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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