Long on something

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To have a lot of a certain quality, characteristic or asset.

Tom is long on patience but short on time.
Visual representation of "long on something" - To have a lot of a certain quality, characteristic or asset

Often appears as...

  • long on patience
  • long on experience

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Emphasis

Use 'long on' to emotionally highlight that someone has a lot of a certain quality.

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Despite his flaws, he's long on compassion.
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Paired Contrast

Often paired with 'short on' to contrast abundance and lack in different qualities.

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She is long on ideas but short on practical solutions.
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Nuanced Compliment

Can be a nuanced way to praise, focusing on one's strengths while acknowledging limits elsewhere.

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Our team is long on enthusiasm, if a bit short on experience.
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