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the long and short

The phrase “the long and short” has 4 syllables: the long and short

It's pronounced as /ðə ˌlɔŋ ən ˈʃɔrt/

What is synonym and antonym for the long and short?

In the thesaurus, “the long and short” has 34 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for the long and short along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for the long and short

Antonyms for the long and short

  • complete story
  • detailed explanation
  • elaborate account
  • extended discussion
  • full account
  • in-depth explanation
  • long version
  • thorough description

Meanings of the long and short

  • noun
    1. The main point or the basic facts of something, without unnecessary details.

Example Sentences

  • The long and short of the matter is that we need more time.
  • She explained the long and short of the situation in just a few minutes.
  • The long and short is that the project was canceled unexpectedly.
  • He skipped the details and gave us the long and short instead.
  • After hours of discussion, the long and short was that nobody agreed.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to the long and short, such as: body, bottom line, centerpiece, complete story, content, core, course.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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