not long ago

phrase

: during a recent period of time : recently
I saw an interesting ad not long ago for a new car.

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There’s a big data center that just came to my community not long ago and their community engagement was horrible, absolutely horrible. — Dustin Desoto, Vox, 16 Oct. 2026 That includes Latina content creator Alexa Flores, who not long ago mostly posted about beauty tips and fashion. — Claudia Grisales, NPR, 10 Oct. 2026 For millions of Americans, grabbing breakfast or coffee from a fast-food drive-thru is an ordinary part of the morning routine — but not long ago, ordering a meal without leaving the car was a novelty. — Sadie Chafe, FOXNews.com, 25 Sep. 2026 The additions are notable for a fair that, not long ago, was looking to fill booths. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for not long ago

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“Not long ago.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/not%20long%20ago. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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