so long

In other words, the system had its points-so long as Americans were willing to trade representativeness for effectiveness.

That is to say, the last pipe of all before the so-long indomitable intellect abdicates, and the body succumbs to weariness.

Al had not seen the bay, and the talk tapered off desultorily to a final "So-long, see yuh later."

"So-long," called Connie, as he stood beside the sled a half-hour later.

The other nodded; then, with a "so-long," he cut across the street and disappeared into an office where he had business.

“So-long, kid,” he called, as his head sank to the level of the sidewalk.