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Example Sentences

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Frustrated drivers have taken to social media to bemoan the lengthy waits at gas stations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Despite the increasing use of technology at the top level of the game, many decisions remain controversial, while lengthy waits for reviews to take place are another source of frustration for fans.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

Roth said counties have had difficulty hiring and retaining staff, especially since the pandemic, but lengthy waits have long been a problem, and “this is a systemic problem that needs to be addressed effectively.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2024

About 20 percent of Chinese passports expired during the pandemic, according to data from consulting firm McKinsey, resulting in lengthy waits for renewals that have delayed the recovery in outbound travel.

From New York Times • Apr. 10, 2023

The food might be coarse, but there were no lengthy waits between courses; no curious glances from the other patrons.

From The Moon Rock by Rees, Arthur J. (Arthur John)