long in coming
Of an event or happening, that has been awaited for a considerable period, implying that its arrival is overdue or much anticipated.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“This promotion was long in coming, but I am happy.”
“The new law was long in coming, but citizens finally celebrated its official passage today.”
“After decades of political stagnation, the long in coming reform finally arrived, fundamentally altering the landscape of the nation.”
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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as the day is long
Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.
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come a long way
To make significant progress.
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coming and going
A general bustle of activity.
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coming into the world
The act of being born; a birth.
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coming right up
Used by the speaker to indicate readiness to provide something ordered or requested.
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draw a long bow
To lie; to exaggerate.
Last updated August 10, 2026