Long time no see, how are you?
long time
idiomUsed as part of greeting of two people who have not been in contact for a long time.
Origin
disputed originA shortening of It's been a long time (since […] ).
I ran into my old classmate at the store and said, long time no see.
After years of silence, she sent a brief message to her former colleague, simply writing, long time no see.
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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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about time
Far past the desired time.
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any time now
Very soon.
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any time soon
soon
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as the day is long
Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.
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better luck next time
Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.
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bide one's time
To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.
Last updated April 17, 2026