- comparative of long.
longer
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The question will be whether the honeymoon turns into a longer romance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
After careful consideration, we have reached the difficult decision that our publishing model is no longer sustainable.
From Salon ● Nov. 5, 2026
Warrior vehicles are no longer allowed to reverse with the rear door open and visual checks are required before any movement.
From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026
The AI buildout will be “slower and a longer process than it looked like 48 hours ago,” he said.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 5, 2026
Immigration officials agree to drop Joey’s case indefinitely, which means they will no longer pursue deportation.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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