At length
adverb
For a long time, in detail.
He discussed the topic at length.

Often appears as...
- speak at length
- discuss at length
adverb
After a long time.
At length, they finally arrived.

Often appears as...
- arrive at length
- appear at length
adverb
For a long time, in detail.
He discussed the topic at length.

Often appears as...
- speak at length
- discuss at length
adverb
After a long time.
At length, they finally arrived.

Often appears as...
- arrive at length
- appear at length
Definition 1 of 2

Extended Talk
Use 'at length' when someone talks or writes more than usual about a subject.

The professor spoke at length about climate change.
Deep Dive
'At length' indicates going into great detail about a complex or important issue.

She described her research findings at length in her presentation.
Extended Writing
In writing, 'at length' suggests a thorough examination or elaboration on a topic.

In his book, he examines the history of Rome at length.
Extended Talk
Use 'at length' when someone talks or writes more than usual about a subject.

The professor spoke at length about climate change.
Deep Dive
'At length' indicates going into great detail about a complex or important issue.

She described her research findings at length in her presentation.
Extended Writing
In writing, 'at length' suggests a thorough examination or elaboration on a topic.

In his book, he examines the history of Rome at length.
Extended Talk
Use 'at length' when someone talks or writes more than usual about a subject.

The professor spoke at length about climate change.
Deep Dive
'At length' indicates going into great detail about a complex or important issue.

She described her research findings at length in her presentation.
Extended Writing
In writing, 'at length' suggests a thorough examination or elaboration on a topic.

In his book, he examines the history of Rome at length.
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