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Lengthy

/ˈlɛŋθi/adjective
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Lengthy describes something that is excessively long in duration, extent, or detail, often implying a sense of weariness or redundancy. In today's fast-paced world, it's commonly used to critique anything from endless emails to marathon meetings, highlighting how what might be thorough can sometimes border on inefficient.

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Interestingly, while 'lengthy' often carries a negative connotation of boredom, it's been used in some of the most celebrated literature to add dramatic effect—Charles Dickens, for instance, employed similar words in his novels, which themselves are famously lengthy, with 'Bleak House' clocking in at over 800 pages and influencing modern views on concise storytelling.

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