Times Now on MSN: Okra water for diabetes: How does it lower blood sugar? 1. A long time: This won't take long.

Understanding the Context

2. Linguistics A long syllable, vowel, or consonant. 3. One who acquires holdings in a security or commodity in expectation of a rise in price.

Key Insights

Long means a great amount of time or for a great amount of time. Repairs to the cable did not take too long. Have you known her parents long? I learned long ago to avoid these invitations. The adjective long describes something that stretches over a large distance.

Final Thoughts

If you're trying to avoid a prolonged visit with your crazy Aunt Martha, you might decide to take the long way to her house.