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Recent Examples of longish
Word to the wise: the end credits are more like a Marvel movie as they are interrupted by a longish extra scene that includes a special cast member, blues legend Buddy Guy, plus yet another musical number at the end of credits.
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Kraven, as played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson in longish hair and a beard but not much else that really distinguishes him (he’s ripped!
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
The Goons had expensive vehicles and no curfews and longish hair that hung in their eyes.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 21 June 2024
Christopher Andersen, author of multiple royal biographies thinks Charles could still enjoy a longish reign given his parents' longevity.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2024
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Kraven, as played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson in longish hair and a beard but not much else that really distinguishes him (he’s ripped!
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
The Goons had expensive vehicles and no curfews and longish hair that hung in their eyes.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 21 June 2024
Christopher Andersen, author of multiple royal biographies thinks Charles could still enjoy a longish reign given his parents' longevity.
—Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for longish
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Every small business article is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of small business products.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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But damage to the pad — Launch Complex 36 (LC-36) — could be extensive, judging by the extent of the explosion, which multiple rocket-watchers captured on video.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
29 May 2026
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After a long review, the safe at home call stood.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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Houser grinded through a pair of long innings that ate into his pitch count, throwing 37 pitches in the first inning and 27 more pitches in the third inning.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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However, a lot of companies continue to use outdated customer service techniques that result in lengthy wait times and generic answers.—
Dr. Bin Tang,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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In a lengthy statement responding to the lawsuit, a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, said that no one at the Camp East Montana facility is denied access to medical care.—
Laura Romero,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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The result of his efforts has been far-reaching, with experts pointing to a newfound sense of legitimacy toward UAP footage and documentation.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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For Edwards, the abrupt termination of CAPA had far-reaching consequences.—
Daphne Ewing-Chow,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Three groundouts, two lineouts and a game-ending strikeout of $162 million outfielder Brandon Nimmo left Santa with his arms outstretched and awaiting a mob from his teammates on the pitcher’s mound.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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Abreu gunned to Connor Wong, who swung his arm high to apply the tag, and Larnach’s outstretched arm slid safely into home before Wong’s mitt made contact with his helmet.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
23 May 2026
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“Longish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longish. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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