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yearlong

American  
[yeer-lawng, -long] / ˈyɪərˈlɔŋ, -ˈlɒŋ /
Or year-long

adjective

  1. lasting for a year.

yearlong British  
/ ˈjɪəˈlɒŋ /

adjective

  1. throughout a whole year

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Etymology

Origin of yearlong

First recorded in 1805–15; year + long 1

Example Sentences

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Yearlong events emphasized the history and experience of the Indigenous people who, at their own peril, helped the white European settlers survive.

From Washington Times • Dec. 21, 2020

Yearlong settlement talks have failed to resolve the case.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2018

Yearlong concert scheduling between two venues brings in more patrons than L.A.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2017

Yearlong food service licenses for mobile units in Moline cost $100.

From Washington Times • Jul. 3, 2016

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