at length

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Adverbial at length has 2 senses

finally, eventually, at length - after a long period of time or an especially long delay; "at length they arrived"
lengthily, at length - in a lengthy or prolix manner; "the argument went on lengthily"; "she talked at length about the problem"

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Term: at length

Part of Speech: Adverb, Prepositional phrase

Sense 1: To discuss or explain something in great detail or at considerable length.

Example sentence: The professor spoke at length about the implications of the new scientific discovery.

Sense 2: To take a long time or to be very time-consuming.

Example sentence: The construction project progressed at length, but the final result was worth the wait.

Sense 3: To a great extent or fully.

Example sentence: The sculptor admired his masterpiece at length, appreciating every intricate detail.

Sense 4: After a long time or an extended period.

Example sentence: She finally arrived at length, after a journey that seemed endless.

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