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long
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lång, långa
(of two points) having an above-average distance between them
Example
The bridge was long, spanning the width of the entire river.
The snake was nearly six feet long, making it quite a sight.
The long stretch of highway seemed to go on forever as we drove through the desert.
Example
In colder weather, long coats are essential to stay warm.
He preferred long shirts that covered his torso completely.
The dress code required students to wear long skirts or pants.
InformalExample
The long model walked gracefully down the runway.
The long basketball player easily reached the hoop without jumping.
He was the longest in his family, towering over his siblings.
04
lång, längre
(of vowels or syllables) pronounced for a longer duration
Example
Understanding long vowels is crucial for mastering pronunciation in many languages.
Latin poetry often relies on the distinction between long and short syllables.
Example
The novel features a long cast of characters, each with a unique backstory.
The company received a long number of applications for the open position.
The library has a long collection of rare books and manuscripts.
06
lång, omfattande
(of a piece of writing) containing a large number of pages or words
Example
His long letter to the editor was filled with thoughtful insights and numerous references.
The professor assigned a long report on climate change, expecting detailed analysis and research.
The committee reviewed a long proposal that outlined every aspect of the project in great detail.
Example
After a long wait, the concert finally started, much to the excitement of the crowd.
They enjoyed a long vacation, exploring several countries.
The training session was only an hour long but very intensive.
08
lång (position), lång position
(of a position, shares, bonds, etc.) bought with the expectation that their value will increase over time
Example
The broker recommended a long position on renewable energy stocks due to the industry 's promising future.
The trader maintained a long stance on gold, forecasting a surge in its price due to market instability.
Investors who are long in the market benefit from rising stock prices.
09
långsiktig, långsynt
reaching far into the future, often involving deep or distant considerations
Example
The novel 's theme explored long ideas about humanity 's destiny.
As a child, his long dreams often wandered into the distant future.
Her long thoughts about her career helped her set ambitious goals.
10
avlägsen, långt
(of odds, etc.) reflecting or indicating a low likelihood of success or occurrence
Example
They took a long chance by investing in an unproven technology.
His success seemed like a long chance, but he persevered and made it happen.
The chance of finding a rare coin in circulation is quite long.
11
lång, long drink
(of drinks) mixed with a significant amount of nonalcoholic liquid, such as soda
Example
He prefers long beverages like a rum and coke with lots of cola.
The bartender served a long drink, combining gin with a generous amount of soda.
She ordered a long cocktail that was mixed with plenty of tonic water.
12
lång, långt
(of a sport's ball, pass, shot, etc.) traveling a considerable distance, often beyond what was expected or intended
Example
The golfer 's drive was long, sending the ball well down the fairway.
The quarterback threw a long ball, which was caught for a touchdown.
The tennis match featured several long balls that pushed the players to their limits.
13
lång, för lång
(of a kick, shot, pass, etc.) exceeding the intended distance and causing the ball to go beyond the designated play area
Example
During the soccer match, the defender cleared the ball with a long kick to relieve pressure on their goal.
His tennis shot was long, landing beyond the baseline and losing him the point.
Her golf drive was long, sending the ball into the rough beyond the fairway and making the next shot more difficult.
Example
In the quiet of the morning, he took a long breath, appreciating the serenity of the dawn.
Before diving into the icy water, he took a long breath to steady his nerves.
She let out a long sigh of relief when she saw her lost dog running back towards her.
long
01
länge
for a great amount of time
Example
The movie ran long into the night.
The journey took long, but they finally reached their destination.
She has long admired his work, ever since she first saw it years ago.
02
länge, under lång tid
in a manner that lasts throughout a specified period of time
Example
The festival lasted all summer long, with events every weekend.
The drought lasted all year long, devastating the region 's agriculture.
The winter holiday season felt like it stretched all December long with numerous festivities.
03
länge, länge sedan
used to refer to a moment in time that is significantly earlier or later than a specific event or point
Example
The project was completed long after the initial deadline had passed.
He anticipated the trip long before the tickets were even booked.
She started planning the wedding long before the proposal.
Example
The river flows long from the mountains all the way to the sea.
The marathon stretched long from the city center to the coastal park.
The bike path extends long from the downtown area to the countryside.
05
långt, lång
in a manner that exceeds the intended target or distance
Example
His dart went long, hitting the wall instead of the dartboard.
The pitcher ’s throw went long, sailing over the first baseman ’s head.
She kicked the soccer ball long, sending it past her teammate.
06
för långt, långt
in a manner that goes too far, extending beyond designated play area
Example
The golfer 's shot went long, landing beyond the green.
The golfer 's putt went long, rolling off the green and into the rough.
Her serve went long, resulting in a fault and giving her opponent the point.
to long
01
längta efter, önska starkt
to strongly want something, especially when it is not likely to happen soon
Transitive: to long to do sth | to long for sth
Example
They longed for success in their new business venture.
He is longing for recognition in his artistic endeavors.
She longs for a chance to travel to exotic places.
Long
01
långsiktiga investeringar, långsiktiga tillgångar
financial instruments with an extended maturity period, often used for stable, long-term investments
Example
She decided to diversify her holdings by purchasing a variety of longs.
Investors often include longs in their portfolios for stable, long-term income.
Longs are considered low-risk investments due to their government backing and fixed interest rates.
02
long, långsiktig investerare
an investor or trader who buys securities or commodities with the expectation that their value will rise over time
Example
Longs in the commodity market were rewarded as the prices of gold and silver soared.
Longs in the commodity market are betting that the demand for oil will drive prices higher in the future.
As a long in the stock market, she hoped the shares she purchased would increase in value over the next few months.
03
lång tid, lång period
a lengthy period of time
04
lång, längd
a clothing size designed specifically for tall people, characterized by extended length in sleeves and legs
Example
The store 's new collection includes a variety of longs to cater to taller customers.
05
en lång, ett långt signaal
a prolonged auditory signal, such as an extended beep in Morse code
Example
The code for SOS in Morse consists of three shorts, three longs, and three shorts.
The alarm emitted a series of longs and shorts to convey different warning messages.
He practiced the Morse code for hours, ensuring his shorts and longs were clear and distinct.
Exempel
The bridge was long, spanning the width of the entire river.
The snake was nearly six feet long, making it quite a sight.
The long stretch of highway seemed to go on forever as we drove through the desert.
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