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for ages

ADJECTIVE

long

Synonyms

STRONGEST

late lengthy protracted slow

STRONG

delayed diffuse dragging lingering prolonged sustained

WEAK

boundless diffusive dilatory drawn-out forever and a day limitless long-drawn-out long-winded overlong prolix tardy unending verbose without end wordy

Antonyms

WEAK

abbreviated abridged ephemeral evanescent fleeting short

ADJECTIVE

long-drawn-out

Synonyms

WEAK

boundless delayed diffuse diffusive dilatory dragging drawn-out forever and a day late lengthy limitless lingering long-winded overlong prolix prolonged protracted slow sustained tardy unending verbose without end wordy

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On top of that, smaller companies have been out of favor for ages, so a rotation—which started in November last year—was overdue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

They are turning into a dangerous and cohesive pairing - and England have been crying out for a midfield combination with those qualities for ages.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

Supporters can sponsor the animals and visit them on Sundays when the barn is open to the public; tickets are $27.03 for those 13 and older and $16.22 for ages 2 to 12.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2025

If you feel like this Budget has been going on for ages, you'd be right.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

“The old Van Helsing lake house. It’s been in the family for ages, but I’m the only one who comes here anymore.”

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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