English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "how long has this been going on" Mean?
Learn what "how long has this been going on" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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How long has this been going on?
It means the speaker wants to know when the problem or secret started.
From Why I Did It, Episode 50
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone asks how long a situation has been happening.
Usage Scenario
Use this when you suspect something has been happening for a while. It works well in arguments, investigations, or serious conversations.
Better ways to say it
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How long has this been going on?
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How long has this been happening?
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So how long has this been going on?
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