Typically exaggerated length of time

AGES

Think of how someone might dramatically say they’ve been waiting for something that feels much longer than it actually is.

This clue plays on the phrase "for ages," which people often say when something feels like it’s taking way longer than it actually is. The word "ages" itself isn’t a precise measurement—it’s just a casual, exaggerated way to describe a long stretch of time, like waiting in a slow-moving line or hearing a never-ending story. The clue hints at that familiar over-the-top tone, where "typically exaggerated" nudges you toward the answer. Think of it as the verbal equivalent of rolling your eyes while checking your watch.