not long
Example Sentences
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The global popularity of “A Song of Ice and Fire” makes it easy to forget that not long ago, studios viewed stories like it as too niche to merit large investment.
From Salon • Jun. 24, 2026
But not long after the job was complete, the paint began to visibly peel, and the gleaming waters promptly refilled with green pond scum.
From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026
The Japanese trio come on stage with serious, even imposing, expressions, but it was not long before they couldn't help themselves – first with a few smirks and then breaking out into infectious grins.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
In 2011, not long after graduating, Arturo found himself ridden with anxiety.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
"Mackerel sky, mackerel sky, not long wet nor not long dry," said a man in a black silk top hat to Tristran and Yvaine.
From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman
