come a long way

a little of something goes a long way

Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.

a week is a long time in politics

In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.

all the way to Egery and back

The long way; a roundabout route; a long distance to travel.

as the day is long

Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.

as they come

As it is possible to be.

blow to kingdom come

To totally destroy (something); to annihilate or wipe out (something).

by the way

Irrelevantly, off-topic.

Christmas come early

Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.