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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From new technologies to shifting market demands, the RRC must be capable of modernizing operations and planning for long-term resilience.
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Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The drama does flare up at times between some of the real-fake siblings, but it’s never sustained for long.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
The same applies for long garments like dresses or skirts since these can easily ball up.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
As the country ages, demand for long-term care is projected to keep rising.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
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Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
The drama does flare up at times between some of the real-fake siblings, but it’s never sustained for long.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
The same applies for long garments like dresses or skirts since these can easily ball up.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2026
As the country ages, demand for long-term care is projected to keep rising.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 13 Feb. 2026
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“For long.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/for%20long. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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