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.
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June 5, 2024
The percentage of COVID tests at California’s medical facilities that are coming back with positive results continues to climb.
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Rong-Gong Lin Ii, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2024
The platform formerly known as Twitter really couldn’t be kept out the conversation for long.
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Going from the lowest power setting to the highest, the levels are Fit (a workout with gentle assist), Eco (a stronger assist for long rides), Cargo (motor support for moving loads), Sport (for high-speed cruises), and Turbo (max speed).
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 14 June 2024
Center pin fishing is designed for long, drag-free drifts under a float.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 12 June 2024
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Rong-Gong Lin Ii, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2024
The platform formerly known as Twitter really couldn’t be kept out the conversation for long.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 21 June 2024
Going from the lowest power setting to the highest, the levels are Fit (a workout with gentle assist), Eco (a stronger assist for long rides), Cargo (motor support for moving loads), Sport (for high-speed cruises), and Turbo (max speed).
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 14 June 2024
Center pin fishing is designed for long, drag-free drifts under a float.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 12 June 2024
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“For long.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20long. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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