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(of two points) having an above-average distance between them
- The necklace she wore had a long chain adorned with intricate charms.
- The long stretch of highway seemed to go on forever as we drove through the desert.
- The long distance between their homes didn't deter them from maintaining a close friendship.
- The bridge was long, spanning the width of the entire river.
- How long is the new swimming pool?
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(of a piece clothing) extending to the full length of the legs or arms
- He wore long pants to the formal event instead of his usual shorts.
- For the hiking trip, she packed long sleeves to protect her arms from the sun.
- In colder weather, long coats are essential to stay warm.
- The dress code required students to wear long skirts or pants.
- He preferred long shirts that covered his torso completely.
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(of a person) having a greater than average height
- He was the longest in his family, towering over his siblings.
- The long model walked gracefully down the runway.
- Despite being long, he moved with surprising agility.
- The long basketball player easily reached the hoop without jumping.
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(of vowels or syllables) pronounced for a longer duration
- In English, the vowel sound in “beat” is long, while in “bit” it is short.
- The teacher explained that the long syllable in “amazing” is the second one.
- Latin poetry often relies on the distinction between long and short syllables.
- The word “note” contains a long vowel, unlike “not.”
- Understanding long vowels is crucial for mastering pronunciation in many languages.
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large in number or amount
- The company received a long number of applications for the open position.
- The novel features a long cast of characters, each with a unique backstory.
- The store had a long inventory of items, more than any other in the area.
- The library has a long collection of rare books and manuscripts.
- The project involved a long series of steps, each crucial for the final outcome.
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(of a piece of writing) containing a large number of pages or words
- She spent the weekend reading a long novel that exceeded 800 pages.
- The professor assigned a long report on climate change, expecting detailed analysis and research.
- His long letter to the editor was filled with thoughtful insights and numerous references.
- The committee reviewed a long proposal that outlined every aspect of the project in great detail.
- Writing a long book requires dedication and an ability to maintain a consistent narrative over many chapters.
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persisting or continuing for an extensive period of time
- She enjoyed a long and happy marriage, celebrating their 50th anniversary last year.
- After a long wait, the concert finally started, much to the excitement of the crowd.
- She had a long and distinguished career in medicine.
- They enjoyed a long vacation, exploring several countries.
- The training session was only an hour long but very intensive.
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(of a position, shares, bonds, etc.) bought with the expectation that their value will increase over time
- The broker recommended a long position on renewable energy stocks due to the industry's promising future.
- Investors who are long in the market benefit from rising stock prices.
- She maintained a long position in renewable energy stocks, confident in their future growth.
- Being long on blue-chip stocks is often considered a safe investment strategy.
- The investor took a long position on tech stocks, anticipating their value to rise significantly in the coming years.
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reaching far into the future, often involving deep or distant considerations
- He made long plans, hoping to secure his family's future for generations.
- Her long thoughts about her career helped her set ambitious goals.
- The company's long strategy focused on sustainability and growth.
- As a child, his long dreams often wandered into the distant future.
- The novel's theme explored long ideas about humanity's destiny.
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(of odds, etc.) reflecting or indicating a low likelihood of success or occurrence
- Winning the lottery is always against long odds.
- How long are the odds of finding a needle in a haystack?
- The team's victory was a surprise, given the long odds against them.
- How long is the chance of finding a rare coin in circulation?
- Starting a new business in a saturated market means facing long odds.
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(of drinks) mixed with a significant amount of nonalcoholic liquid, such as soda
- She ordered a long cocktail that was mixed with plenty of tonic water.
- The bartender served a long drink, combining gin with a generous amount of soda.
- He prefers long beverages like a rum and coke with lots of cola.
- They enjoyed long drinks by the pool, refreshing and lightly alcoholic.
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(of a sport's ball, pass, shot, etc.) traveling a considerable distance, often beyond what was expected or intended
- The quarterback threw a long ball, which was caught for a touchdown.
- The golfer's drive was long, sending the ball well down the fairway.
- The soccer player sent a long ball down the field, aiming for his teammate near the goal.
- The tennis match featured several long balls that pushed the players to their limits.
- The quarterback threw a long pass, reaching the wide receiver far down the field.
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(of a kick, shot, pass, etc.) exceeding the intended distance and causing the ball to go beyond the designated play area
- His tennis shot was long, landing beyond the baseline and losing him the point.
- The basketball player's long shot missed the hoop and went out of bounds, turning over possession to the opposing team.
- Her golf drive was long, sending the ball into the rough beyond the fairway and making the next shot more difficult.
- During the soccer match, the defender cleared the ball with a long kick to relieve pressure on their goal.
- The basketball player's three-point attempt went long, missing the hoop and going out of bounds.
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involving a noticeable and prolonged exhalation or inhalation of breath
- Before diving into the icy water, he took a long breath to steady his nerves.
- With a long sigh, he sank into the armchair, feeling the stress of the day slowly ebb away.
- After climbing to the top of the hill, she paused to take a long breath, savoring the fresh air and the stunning view.
- She let out a long sigh of relief when she saw her lost dog running back towards her.
- In the quiet of the morning, he took a long breath, appreciating the serenity of the dawn.
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