long hours

plural noun

: many hours at a time
She is used to working long hours.

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The article emphasizes that leaders must prioritize organizational interventions, such as de-emphasizing long hours and offering clinical sleep support like CBT-I, rather than just personal solutions. — Mena Mirhom, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The impressive lift provided by the thick insoles effectively absorbs impact, so your legs don’t become weary after long hours of walking. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026 Advertisement Traditionally, Japan’s work culture has rewarded self-sacrifice and long hours at work, at times at the expense of employee health and family life. — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 23 July 2026 Shop Supportive Running Shoes at REI People who run or spend long hours on their feet know the endless hunt for a good sneaker. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for long hours

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“Long hours.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long%20hours. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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