long ago
1 of 2adverb/lɔŋ əˈɡoʊ/
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at a time far in the past
- They lived in the ancient city long ago.
- Long ago, people relied on handwritten letters for communication.
- The legend of the lost city dates back long ago.
- Long ago, dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
- The tradition originated long ago and has been passed down through generations.
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