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Free sign upThe phrase "long delays" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used to describe a situation where there is an extended period of waiting or postponement.
Example: "Due to the heavy traffic, we experienced long delays on our journey to the airport."
Alternatives: "prolonged wait" or "extended delays."
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Both have suffered long delays.
More long delays.
Indian courts are notorious for long delays.
But long delays cannot be tolerated.
Long delays marred both visits.
"Expect Long Delays," by Bruce McCall, November 15 , 2004
"There were long delays," he said.
The long delays as it loaded.
Trains, he said, are still subject to long delays.
Minor accident between two Ryanair planes @DublinAirport expect long delays!
Long delays, however, can render once-timely information irrelevant.
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