long fast
Frequency: 4.51.2 per million words
a period of fasting that continues for an extended time
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- After a long fast, she felt spiritually renewed.
- The monks observed a long fast during the holy season.
- His doctor advised against such a long fast without supervision.
- The religious community completed their long fast at sunset.
- She prepared carefully before beginning the long fast.
- Breaking a long fast requires eating gradually.
- The tradition includes a long fast lasting several days.
- Many participants struggled with the long fast initially.
- The health benefits of a long fast are still debated.
- Spiritual leaders often recommend a long fast for purification.