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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
Adjective
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My daughter’s learning disabilities required extensive intervention.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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The Broncos’ third-round pick didn’t take a top-30 visit or have extensive pre-draft communication with Denver, as the organization typically keeps its board close to its vest.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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His father was the fourth generation in a long line of gentlemen ranchers—weekend cowboys who’d made their fortune in Austin as attorneys for large oil companies, but whose identity was still tied to the thousands of acres that the family owned near Marfa.—
Douglas Stuart,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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During the months-long investigation, detectives identified multiple suspects.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Trump nominated Warsh in late January, following a lengthy search process that included nearly a dozen candidates.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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Since the Supreme Court’s ruling, both sides attempted to hash out a settlement to avoid a lengthy hearing on a permanent injunction, but none was ever reached.—
Jason Meisner,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Medi-Cal debacle was not an isolated case but rather illustrates the eagerness of California’s politicians to make far-reaching declarations and commitments without fully exploring potential consequences.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Exchanging bibs with another marathoner has become more common while also carrying far-reaching consequences, Mann said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The display box opens like outstretched wings to frame the bourbon.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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And in the bottom of the seventh, Yoshida led off with a single, Trevor Story walked, Ceddanne Rafaela, pinch-hitting for Marcelo Mayer, lined a ball past the outstretched glove arm of first baseman Keith, but far inside the right-field line for a two-run single.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Longish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/longish. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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