You can borrow my car so long as you drive carefully.
so long as
idiomDepending upon some condition or requirement; provided that; if, assuming; as long as.
The manager agreed to approve the project so long as we finish the report by Friday afternoon.
The committee will grant the request for additional funding so long as the organization provides a detailed audit of its previous expenditures.
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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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draw a long bow
To lie; to exaggerate.
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draw the long bow
To exaggerate; to tell tall tales.
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go a long way
To be adequate or helpful for a significant amount of time.
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kick into the long grass
To postpone action on something.
Last updated April 17, 2026