adj
lengthy
adj
1
Going on for a long time, often longer than expected or wanted.
"After a lengthy delay, the flight finally boarded."
"The contract includes a lengthy list of conditions."
How to Use Lengthy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLong — usually used about something dragging on, like a speech, wait, or document.
When to use it
Often carries a mild negative shade, implying the thing is longer than it needs to be.
Common pairings
a lengthy discussion
a lengthy process
a lengthy delay
Word Forms
lengthier comparative, lengthiest superlative
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After a _____ delay, the flight finally boarded.