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The long duration vs the extended duration

Both 'the long duration' and 'the extended duration' are correct phrases that can be used interchangeably. They both convey the idea of a duration that is longer than usual.

Last updated: March 25, 2024

The long duration

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe a period of time that is longer than usual or expected.

Examples:

  • The long duration of the movie made it difficult to sit through.
  • We experienced a long duration of heavy rain last week.
  • The long duration of a contract should not be construed as an advantage per se.
  • The long duration of action of Suboxone should be taken into consideration when determining the length of treatment and medical surveillance needed to reverse the effects of an overdose.
  • (92) Because of the long duration of the investigation, it is considered appropriate that the measures be limited to four years.
  • Because of the long duration of the investigation, it is considered appropriate that the measures be limited to four years,
  • Csepel, Mátra and Budapest power plants argue that the long duration of a contract should not be construed as an advantage per se.
  • As shown above, the long duration of the PPAs contributes to a great extent to the existence of an advantage.
  • It was also argued by several interested parties that the long duration of the measures is unjustified and calls for their expiry.
  • (89) Due to the long duration of the investigation, it is considered appropriate that the measures be limited to four years.
  • However, given the long duration of non-divestiture commitments and their frequent complexity, they often require a very high monitoring effort and specific monitoring tools in order to allow the Commission to conclude that they will effectively be implemented.
  • · The long duration of funding procedures under the current Framework Programme must be avoided as much as possible.
  • In view of the long duration of procedures relating to grants, reporting is essential, as a vital precondition for improvements.
  • BASF argues that a reduction should be granted because of the long duration of the investigation.
  • In view of the long duration of the procedure, reporting is essential as an important basis for improvements.
  • Germany also stresses the importance of the long duration of the investment for a sustainable development of the region.
  • The final commitments are in view of E.ON's high market share of entry capacity in the relevant markets and as to the long duration of the bookings also necessary in their scope.
  • - the obvious benefits are the long duration of use and the lack of compliance problems
  • The main issues raised by the OSCE concern the new Media Authority, in particular the long duration of the term of office of its members and the regulation of the public service broadcaster.

Alternatives:

  • the extended duration
  • the prolonged duration
  • the protracted duration
  • the lengthy duration
  • the drawn-out duration

the extended duration

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe a period of time that is longer than usual or expected.

Examples:

  • The extended duration of the meeting caused some participants to leave early.
  • The project had an extended duration due to unforeseen complications.
  • However, the extended duration of the Eridani mission presents unique issues, as well as promising opportunities for further study.
  • The Committee also sees the extended duration of FP7 as a contribution to greater continuity, provided, however, that it is adequately funded.
  • The notification shall additionally contain an indication of the application for an extended duration of the certificate.
  • Decision 2013/354/CFSP extended the duration of EUPOL COPPS until 30 June 2014.
  • By Decision 2011/781/CFSP, the Council, inter alia, extended the duration of EUPM BiH until 30 June 2012.
  • For coach and bus services, the Council has extended the contract duration proposed by the Commission from eight to 10 years.
  • The latter Regulation extended the duration of the former by one year and adjusted the Community financial allocation for the period 1997-2002 to EUR 42,6 million, in line with the amount entered in the budget for 2002.
  • The notification shall additionally contain the request for an extended duration of the certificate in application of
  • When the initial assessment requires a further assessment or an audit, the assessment period shall be extended for the duration of the further assessment or the audit, as appropriate.
  • decision of the Regional Government No 323 of 4 May 2000, which extended the duration of the suspension of the increase in costs for season tickets for bus transport services in the Region,
  • If, during annual leave, a staff member contracts an illness which would have prevented him from attending for duty if he had not been on leave, his annual leave shall be extended by the duration of his incapacity, subject to production of a medical certificate.
  • (6) On 9 December 2004, the Political and Security Committee appointed Superintendent Adilio Custodio as Head of Mission for EUPOL Kinshasa, whose mandate should be extended for the duration of the Mission,
  • On 9 December 2004, the Political and Security Committee appointed Superintendent Adilio Custodio as Head of Mission for EUPOL Kinshasa, whose mandate should be extended for the duration of the Mission,
  • The missions to be performed are of extended duration and for a minimum of 12 months.
  • In patients with extended-duration YMDD variant HBV, a switch to or addition of an alternative agent should be considered (see section 5.1).
  • There may be a particular risk of selecting for ciprofloxacin-resistant bacteria during extended durations of treatment and when treating nosocomial infections and/ or infections caused by Staphylococcus and Pseudomonas species.
  • where the application for a certificate includes a request for an extended duration in application of Article 13(3) of this Regulation and
  • Where an application for a certificate is pending, an application for an extended duration in accordance with Article 7(3) shall include the particulars referred to in paragraph 1(d) and a reference to the application for a certificate already filed.
  • 1a. Where an application for a certificate is pending, an application for an extended duration in accordance with Article 7(3) shall include the particulars referred to in paragraph 1(d) and a reference to the application for a certificate already filed.
  • Where an application for a certificate is pending, an application for an extended duration in accordance with Article 7(3) shall include the particulars referred to in paragraph 1(d) of this Article and a reference to the application for a certificate already filed.

Alternatives:

  • the long duration
  • the prolonged duration
  • the protracted duration
  • the lengthy duration
  • the drawn-out duration

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