long ordeal
Frequency: 7.815.2 per million words
an ordeal that lasts for a significant amount of time
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Examples (10)
- They had to endure a long ordeal of questioning.
- The rescue team faced a long ordeal in the mountains.
- After the accident, she began a long ordeal of recovery.
- Many refugees go through a long ordeal before finding safety.
- Finishing the marathon was a long ordeal for the inexperienced runner.
- The family underwent a long ordeal waiting for news of their missing loved one.
- The project became a long ordeal due to unexpected technical difficulties.
- Surviving the winter in the wilderness was a truly long ordeal.
- He spoke of his long ordeal in captivity with quiet dignity.
- Preparing for the exam felt like a long ordeal that would never end.