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long adj.
long-drawn-out adj.

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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A council spokesperson said new equipment suitable for ages 0-14 had been installed in recent weeks including new swings, slides, climbing frames, accessible and inclusive equipment and sensory panels.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

The German self-regulatory body for film ratings declined to assign an age rating for home entertainment release and gave it a rating for theatrical release that made it permitted for ages 18 and up.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026

On Monday, the German body assigned “Citizen Vigilante” a rating of 18 for theatrical distribution, meaning the film is permitted for ages 18 and up.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026

Other apps, like tile-matching game Disney Emoji Blitz — complete with a special “Toy Story” character pack for the new film — are listed for ages nine and up.

From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026

He's liked her for ages, though he pretends not to.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir

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