as long as
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For the period of time that, as in You may keep the book as long as you want , that is, keep it for whatever time you wish to. [Early 1400s]
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Also, so long as . Since, because, as in Please pick up some milk as long as you are going to the store , or So long as you're here, you might as well stay for dinner .
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Also, so long as ; just so . Provided that, as in As long as you don't expect it by tomorrow, I'll make the drawing , or So long as sales are greater than returns, the company will make a profit , or You may have another cookie, just so you don't take the last one . [Early 1800s]
Example Sentences
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They next gained traction with longevity bros, the men who try to use their financial and technological resources to age as slowly and live as long as possible.
From Slate ● Jul. 29, 2026
"When you're diving, as long as the visibility is good, you can negotiate your way around a jellyfish relatively easily, if you know what way the current is flowing and you pay attention," he said.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
The domestic violence center run by Jewish Family Service LA is a safe haven — as long as it can afford to operate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
That would be difficult as long as the current Senate exists.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026
“My coin didn’t matter. I’m an old woman and it doesn’t make any difference if I die, as long as I pass that healing on to you.”
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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