📏long

adjective
/lɔːŋ/

Meaning

Measuring a great distance from end to end; lasting for a large amount of time.
having great length; extended in distance or time

Example Sentences

They waited a long time for the train.

The long road stretched for miles ahead.

Example Expressions

in the long run

Synonyms

lengthy, extended, prolonged, tall, elongated
Entry 1
lengthy, extended, prolonged, tall
Entry 2
lengthy, extended, elongated

Antonyms

short, brief, compact
Entry 1
short, brief
Entry 2
short, brief, compact

Collocations

long time, long road, long journey, long hair, long way
Entry 1
long time, long road, long journey, long hair
Entry 2
long time, long way, long road

More Example Sentences

How long will you sleep?

How long will you study?

How long are you staying?

How long are you waiting?

How long are you working here?

How long are you going to stay?

My car is very sturdy, so it's good for long trips.

My car is very efficient, so it's good for long trips.

My car is very fuel-efficient, so it's good for long trips.

Are you married? If yes, what does your spouse do? For how long have you been married?

Related Vocabularies

Relating to the most exciting or important moment of something.
Too difficult or unpleasant to endure.
important; notable; having meaning or consequence
Characterized by disorder, noisy excitement, or emotional agitation.
not showing due respect for another person; rude
Looking back on or dealing with past events or situations.

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