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It has been a long time before vs It is been a long time before

Both phrases are incorrect. The correct phrase is "It has been a long time since." The use of "before" in this context is not appropriate. The correct phrase indicates that a long period of time has passed since a specific event.

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It has been a long time before

This phrase is incorrect. The use of "before" in this context is not appropriate.

The correct phrase to use in this context is "It has been a long time since." This indicates that a long period of time has passed since a specific event.
  • Nov 17, 2010 ... It means that it has been a long time before this event happened. Just a note: We try to post enough from the source material that members ...
  • Feb 27, 2015 ... This has happened in the past and usually it is only for a short while, but occasionally it has been a long time before the imagery has been ...
  • Apr 4, 2014 ... It has been a long time before you develop presto mobile apps. When will the official apps be released for Android phones with NFC? It's better ...
  • Apr 2, 2000 ... It has been a long time before this update. The most time went to the Tactics Ogre Sub-Guide. The reasons why I want to update this FAQ again ...

Alternatives:

  • It has been a long time since

It is been a long time before

This phrase is also incorrect. The use of "before" in this context is not appropriate.

The correct phrase to use in this context is "It has been a long time since." This indicates that a long period of time has passed since a specific event.

Alternatives:

  • It has been a long time since

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