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GrammarJLPT N2
as long as
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. as long as
This grammar pattern means "if only… then…" and is used to express that one condition is all that is needed for a result. It emphasizes that a single factor is the key requirement, often implying that the situation is simpler than it might seem. For example, it can express "if you just have money, you can buy it."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I wonder — would just saying that one thing be enough to fix things between us?

Sentence 2

He said so casually, "All you have to do is apologize once and it's done."

Sentence 3

As long as we exchange contact info, we can meet again, right?

Sentence 4

Just add some water and this soup will taste just right.

Sentence 5

As long as you meet the deadline, I'm not picky about the format.