as long as

Definitions

1. 1

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see as, long.

   • It took three times as long as I expected (= three times longer than I did).
2. 2

   Provided that, if, assuming (depending upon some condition or requirement).

   • I don't mind if he stays there, as long as he cleans up after himself when he's done.
   • I don't care who you are, where you're from, what you did, as long as you love me
3. 3

   For the entire duration that

   For the entire duration that; while; since.

   • As long as you're here, you may as well help me with the garden.

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