long spell

Frequency: 8.015.5 per million words

a period of time that continues for a long time

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Examples (10)

  • The region experienced a long spell of unusually hot weather.
  • After a long spell of unemployment, he finally found a new job.
  • She spent a long spell in the library, preparing for her exams.
  • The team is hoping to break their long spell of defeats this season.
  • During his long spell as CEO, the company saw significant growth.
  • The patient will need a long spell of rest to fully recover.
  • It was a long spell of silence before anyone dared to speak.
  • I'm looking forward to a long spell of relaxation on my vacation.
  • Despite a long spell of negotiations, no agreement was reached.
  • The artist went through a long spell of creative block.