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its been long time back vs after quite a long time back

Both phrases are incorrect. The correct way to express the idea of something happening a long time ago is to say 'it's been a long time' or 'it's been quite a while.' The use of 'back' in these phrases is redundant and not idiomatic.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 7576 views

its been long time back

This phrase is not correct in English. The use of 'back' is redundant and not idiomatic.

The correct way to express this idea is to say 'it's been a long time' or 'it's been quite a while.'
  • Its been long time back i have check this. Give me time will check and get back to you. Regards,. Jain. Gustavo_Vazquez. Active Contributor.
  • Apr 8, 2007 ... Though its been long time back you have faced this issue, please let me know if any resolution for this. I am facing the same issue and i ...

Alternatives:

  • it's been a long time
  • it's been quite a while

after quite a long time back

This phrase is not correct in English. The use of 'back' is redundant and not idiomatic.

The correct way to express this idea is to say 'after quite a long time' or 'after a while.'
  • May 13, 2022 ... What a view. Back in the office after couple years of struggling like almost all pilots in the world. After quite a long time back in the ...
  • Sep 27, 2014 ... Banana Nutella Sandwich ~ DIY Tuesdays. Posted in DIY Tuesday, Kiddie special by Foodie Adam & Cookie Eve · 1 After quite a long time, back to ...
  • Jul 10, 2009 ... comment. Thanks a lot Magogman, did you have a nice summer! Glad to hear from you after quite a long time. Back to workd again? Welcome back ...

Alternatives:

  • after quite a long time
  • after a while

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