at length

phrase

Synonyms of at lengthnext
1
: fully, comprehensively
The issue was debated at length.
2
: at last : finally
We at length reached the top of the mountain.

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The world of spellwork scams has been documented at length on Reddit, where users report paying anonymous healers for palm readings and magical cleansings. — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 Throughout the hourlong episode, the three-time Grammy winner spoke at length with fans in the audience, who requested their favorite songs and shared how Clarkson’s music helped them through challenging times. — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026 Tristan, who took the witness stand despite saying his lawyer had advised against it, spoke at length about his own children. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 The tribute artist, 58, spoke with The Post at length about the incident. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for at length

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1500, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of at length was circa 1500

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“At length.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20length. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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