The year dot

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A very long time ago or since the beginning of time.

They've been arguing since the year dot.
Visual representation of "the year dot" - A very long time ago or since the beginning of time

Often appears as...

  • since the year dot
  • from the year dot

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Long Past

Used to describe a time that's so far back it's not specific.

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This building has been here since the year dot.
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Hyperbolic Sense

It's an exaggeration and isn't meant to be taken literally.

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I've been waiting here since the year dot!
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Emphasis on Continuity

Emphasizes that something has continued for a very long time without change.

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Their family tradition goes back to the year dot.
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