Sentence examples for close to four decades from inspiring English sources

Proud owner of Potisman Tailors in Manhattan for close to four decades; loved his work and enjoyed satisfying his customers.

Mr. Arafat, the dominant Palestinian leader for close to four decades, has resisted talk of a successor.

Iran's theocratic regime, which has now been in place for close to four decades, is nowhere near a model democracy.

Indeed, Burnett's involvement was crucial in securing Bridges for the role, the two having been friends for close to four decades now.

Dr. Hilton explored the arts in the context of historical events and scientific milestones and, for close to four decades, offered related lectures and seminars at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and at many other national and international venues.

Much the same could be said of Ms. Bishara, a Palestinian who grew up in Nazareth, in northern Israel, and who has been in the United States for close to four decades.

For close to three decades she was our partner.

Bridges said he had been trying to get the movie made for close to two decades.

First, longevity — the band has been around for close to two decades.

But a pacy professionalism is to be expected after close to two decades in the business.

For close to two decades, James River, which went public in 1973, grew in almost geometric progression.