How to Use for long in a Sentence

for long

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  • Sitting for long periods of time at a desk gives me some back problems.
    — Will Oremus, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
  • Maatta wasn’t expected to be on the Flames for long after he was acquired at the deadline.
    — Michael Russo, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • The agency was also required to self-fund a rate increase for long-term care facilities.
    — Jillian Taylor, StateImpact, 30 June 2026
  • Early autumn brings calm water, regional wine events and a slower pace built for long lakeside lunches.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Durable legislation is deemed essential for long-term trust and investment.
    — Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The sandals keep your feet cool in these scorching European summers, but the all-terrain bottoms steady your grip for long walks and trekking.
    — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
  • And England had been desperately poor for long spells of the game, tense, panicked, shambolic in defence.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 1 July 2026
  • Popular among people who fish, the Bajio Sigs Sunglasses are designed for long days on the water.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • This versatile style comes in petite sizes and has a breathable material that's comfy enough for long flights, according to one 5-foot-2-inch shopper.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026
  • Progesterone is largely prescribed for people like me who take estrogen for long-term health benefits like preventing bone loss and to manage menopause symptoms such as hot flashes.
    — Cathy Nelson, Health, 1 July 2026
  • Anrabess Wide-Leg Palazzo Pants Paperbag pants are especially useful for long-haul flights.
    — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Middle-class families have struggled to pay for long-term care, according to a March report from AARP.
    — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • The trouble is that model weights and techniques don't stay contained for long in an industry moving this fast, and the ban fell on allies and ordinary customers as heavily as on any adversary.
    — Craig S. Smith, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • The accounts, which are set to launch on July 4, provide a tax-advantaged way for children under 18 to invest for long-term goals, namely retirement.
    — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 1 July 2026
  • The device is designed for energy storage applications where batteries need to deliver and recharge power quickly, remain low-cost, and last for long periods.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
  • This simple outreach strengthens relationships, builds trust and helps create the loyalty nonprofits need for long-term sustainability.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • In modern organizations, where patience for long implementations is low, time-to-value has become a competitive advantage in itself.
    — Ben Topor, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Since Lululemon rarely discounts its most popular styles, this is one of the best opportunities to stock up before the holiday, and if history is any indication, the best colors and sizes won't stay in stock for long.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Companies that build responsible, transparent approaches to audience understanding will be better positioned for long-term success.
    — Paula Chiocchi, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • While luggage and travel gear are seeing major markdowns, the retailer is also quietly discounting dozens of breezy maxi dresses that are perfect for long weekends, beach getaways, cruises, and summer celebrations all $40 and under.
    — Aashna Gheewalla, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Building close relationships with individuals and institutions opens the door for long-lasting opportunities and collaboration built on trust and consistency.
    — Stewart McLaurin, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • This new retail strategy and business model will better position the team for long-term growth, Hornets Sports & Entertainment Chief Marketing Officer Tyrel Kirkham said Wednesday.
    — Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026

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