long hours

plural noun

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

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These mundane tasks and long hours of repetitive training culminate in competitive outbursts where careers are made and broken. Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024 The traditional badge of honor—working long hours and being constantly available—is rapidly losing its shine. Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024 But the long hours were taking a toll on his wife, Amy, and their five young children. Nick Ferraro, Twin Cities, 7 Nov. 2024 That’s easier said than done: The act of delegation can be difficult for anyone used to working long hours or covering a wide range of responsibilities, from CEOs down to first-time managers. Natalie Wu,tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024 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 22 Nov. 2024.

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