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milelong

American  
[mahyl-lawng, -long] / ˈmaɪlˌlɔŋ, -ˌlɒŋ /

adjective

  1. extending for a mile.

    a milelong beach.


Etymology

Origin of milelong

First recorded in 1825–35; mile + long 1

Example Sentences

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Group leader Jill Mather, who walks and talks with the efficiency of a military general, laid out the task ahead: Clean a milelong stretch of Sherman Way.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 2, 2025

However, take advantage of the milelong, forested connector trail that pops you out right at Blakely Harbor Park.

From Seattle Times Jul. 4, 2023

We look out at the water roaring out of the milelong, concrete riverbank.

From Slate Jun. 18, 2019

He escaped in July 2015 via a milelong underground tunnel leading to a shower in his cell.

From Washington Times Jan. 20, 2017

Development on the milelong stretch between La Brea and Fairfax has flourished thanks to relaxed height restrictions and zoning rules that allow for multifamily housing.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 4, 2016

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