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
Zoo staff were thrilled to finally meet the long green additions, which were seized by Spanish authorities in a 2017 bust of more than 600 illegally trafficked reptiles.
From Los Angeles Times
“This space is so gorgeous,” said Amber Iman, a nominee for her performance as the model Rafaela in “Lempicka,” as she edged her way up a set of stairs to the bar in a sequined bandeau top and long green skirt.
From New York Times
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
The world number 29 was heavily punished for misses on a long green and black off its spot in the afternoon, and a curious attempted safety on the green - moments after sinking a sensational pot on the yellow - proved pivotal on Saturday evening.
From BBC
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