at length
Idioms-
In full, extensively. For example, The preacher went on at length about sin , or I have read at length about these cameras . [c. 1500]
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After a long time, finally, as in At length the procession ended . [Early 1500s] Also see in the long run .
Example Sentences
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And he turned over big portions of “Everything in Its Path” to survivors, quoting from interviews at length.
She talked at length about her faith in God.
From Los Angeles Times
When we did, he patiently spoke with us at length.
His predecessor, Pope Francis, often spoke at length to reporters, sometimes very passionately and from the heart.
From BBC
The tactic of using a supposed goalkeeper injury so the coach can speak to players was talked about at length.
From BBC
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