LONG HAUL Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

long haul

noun

as in mile

a long distance growing up in suburban New England, I used to think the 10 miles between our house and the mall was a long haul

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Recent Examples of long haul Those who did receive stock are taking different approaches, with some selling into the company's market debut while others holding for the long haul. —

Yun Li,sean Conlon, CNBC, 15 June 2026 These minor tasks can help keep your dishwasher healthy and running for the long haul. —

Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 12 June 2026 Amazon is brimming with stylish, flattering petite bottoms, from cozy sweatpants for long haul flights to airy palazzo pants for a day at the beach. —

Melony Forcier, InStyle, 12 June 2026 Regardless, Docherty’s role is one focused on the long haul. —

Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for long haul

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mile

Noun

The organization also noted that the barge carrying the fireworks was around two miles from Jackie and Shadow’s nest and that the show was scheduled to finish in under 30 minutes.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 June 2026
She was last seen on a game camera west of Leakey, roughly 100 miles northwest of San Antonio, according to the officials.

— Tim Stelloh, NBC news, 24 June 2026