long green
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of long green
An Americanism dating back to 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Jessica, who is wearing cheetah-print leggings, an orange-fringed cardigan and long green feather earrings as she video calls the BBC, says her boyfriend still puts effort in and "always looks great".
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2025
Her black Marge Simpson-esque headpiece, long green nails and jewelry to match really nail the "what I wear to my rich husband’s funeral" vibe of the outfit.
From Salon ● May 7, 2024
The race featured long green flag runs, with two of the five cautions pre-planned at the end of stages one and two.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 7, 2024
As she did at the Queen’s funeral in September, Anne wore military regalia and looked ready to compete in the Triwizard Tournament in a long, green velvet cape.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2023
As we neared the mouth of New Bedford Harbor, a schooner flying a long green streamer off its mainmast, its sails plump, its bow rising and dipping, came out through the channel toward us.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
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