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lengthy

British pronunciation/lˈɛŋθi/
American pronunciation/ˈɫɛŋθi/
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continuing for too long

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Examples
1We had a lengthy discussion before reaching a decision.
2The last thing we need is a lengthy court battle, so let's try to end our marriage as civilly as possible.
3The fact that minor drug offenders are often given lengthy prison sentences while powerful drug lords evade capture and prosecution is a clear example of the proverb little thieves are hanged, but great ones escape.
4The athlete reached rock bottom after being caught using performance-enhancing drugs, and had to serve a lengthy suspension.
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