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phrase
A (very) long time ago.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, informal, literary
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
History
In reference to lunar calendars, which were more commonly used in premodern times.
Across languages
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