for long

idiom

: for many years, days, hours, etc. : for a long time

I haven't known him for long.

Her life did not remain peaceful for long.

He won't be away for much longer.

Examples of for long in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In Julia’s case, she is often paralyzed for long periods, suffers epileptic seizures, and frequently has spells of reduced consciousness. —

Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 11 May 2024 These tiny cam are super easy to install and record 1080p video for long periods of time. —

Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 10 May 2024 Many other times, however, Mr. Trump has shut out the testimony around him, closing his eyes for long stretches. —

Jonah E. Bromwich, New York Times, 10 May 2024 Just note that anything hung on a hanger for long periods of time can develop creases from the hangers and can accumulate dust if left in the same position untouched. —

Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 9 May 2024 The Lakers led the defending champion Nuggets for long stretches of that series, but Nikola Jokic and his teammates eventually rolled into the second round with a series of comeback wins. —

Khobi Price, Orange County Register, 6 May 2024 The virus can remain dormant (inactive) for long periods, sometimes years. —

Jennifer Sabour, Health, 5 May 2024 However, employers and hiring managers alike may not moan about their young recruits for long. —

Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 29 Apr. 2024 Increased utilization raises the potential for long lines at chargers, but the process of building new stations entails dodging numerous roadblocks. —

Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 26 Apr. 2024

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