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long haul

[lawng hawl, long] / ˈlɔŋ ˈhɔl, ˈlɒŋ /


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"There's a big leap, massively, between running for office and campaigning, and all the glitter that comes with it, and then getting your hands dirty for the long haul," he adds.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The Eagles appeared to be committed to him for the long haul when, two years ago, Roseman inked Brown to a contract extension that made him the NFL’s highest-paid receiver at the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

He bought eBay a long time ago—and is in for the long haul.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The gaming platform said that the move would be worthwhile over the long haul.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

With less than four liters between us and the day already warm, the long haul between water sources promised to be at the very least uncomfortable.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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