a period of ten years
The decade-long effort to host the event had been difficult.

a choice made after giving consideration
You made the right decision by going to college.

to ask for something firmly or with authority
She demanded to know where they were.

being of a long duration, with no end in time
They wanted to be together forever, so they got married.

If someone is nervous, they are frightened or worried about something that is happening or might happen.
She became nervous when the airplane started making some strange noises.

to say someone or something has good qualities and perform well at something
The waiter recommended the sirloin steak.

following the rules and beliefs of one's religion or faith strictly
She is a very religious person and really believes in her faith.