lengthy

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Any attempt to remove Khan could therefore trigger a lengthy legal challenge, with the possibility of reinstatement and significant compensation if a tribunal found the disciplinary process had been flawed.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Macron and Merz "held lengthy and frequent discussions on ways to advance this project, which is important for European defence," the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

On Wednesday, Jesse posted a lengthy statement that disclosed the couple’s decision to terminate the pregnancy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Some tenants say they were enrolled through a RentPlus “addendum” buried in lengthy lease documents.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Miniature golf was ruined with a lengthy dissertation on impact, trajectory, and wind velocity, and our sand castles were critiqued with stifling lectures on the dynamics of the vaulted ceiling.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris