# too long

idiom · CEFR A1

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/too-long
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

Used to say that something has a greater length or duration than is wanted or needed.

## Examples

- This movie is too long for me.
- The meeting lasted three hours, which was far too long for everyone involved.
- The author realized the manuscript was too long and began the difficult process of cutting unnecessary chapters.

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