not long
Example Sentences
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But not long after, federal immigration agents returned to the Fashion District.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
“Supply and demand,” he said not long ago.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
One night, not long after his roleplay session with the good doctor, Clark spots a crack of light coming from a wall in the sub-basement of his store’s showroom.
From Salon • May 30, 2026
Villa confirmed the parade would take place on Thursday not long after their victory, explaining that it had not been possible to hold it over the weekend or on Bank Holiday Monday.
From BBC • May 21, 2026
“And then, not long after, he became invincible,” the king said, scowling.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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