She was in Paris. Some of her stories were never used because it took too long for them to reach the magazine.

VOA: special.2010.04.25

She discovered,though, that she was interested in stories that were too long for the paper to print.

VOA: special.2010.04.25

But it did not take long for the health care meeting to become heated.

VOA: special.2010.02.27

It did not take long for Amelia to make her first flight by herself.

VOA: special.2010.05.26

It didn't take long for Easton to land an audition at Universal Music Group, which led to a recording deal with Mercury Nashville.

VOA: standard.2010.04.09

"All who embrace core democratic values long for a Cuba that respects the basic human, political and economic rights of all of its citizens.

VOA: standard.2009.04.13

"And I long for the day when that modifier can be a moot point, but I'm ever grateful if I can inspire some young intrepid tenacious male or female filmmaker, and have them feel that the impossible is possible.

VOA: standard.2010.03.08

You might have to stay away from low-lying areas for as long as twenty hours after the first warning.

VOA: special.2011.06.07

Suspending habeas corpus means that a prisoner can be held without trial for as long as the government wants.

VOA: special.2009.02.09

They say current tests show that the pouch can safely store the drug for as long as four months.

VOA: special.2010.05.24

For the best results, carrots should be grown in sandy soil that does not hold water for a long time.

VOA: special.2009.02.24

Many people believe Pat Summitt's winning record will not be reached by another college basketball coach for a long time.

VOA: special.2009.03.20

Also,the root can stay in the ground for as long as three years, so it can be harvested as needed.

VOA: special.2010.06.08

The Obama administration says the earlier those in trouble can get help, the more chance for long-term success.

VOA: special.2009.02.20