somewhat,no long,so long,despite,in spite of

[Ju]

Could you explain w/ example?

1. somewhat
2. no long
3. so long
4. despite
5. in spite of

Thanks

[Tdol]

1- a bit
3 a long time
4/5 the same

[BobK]

Originally Posted by Tdol

1- a bit
3 a long time
4/5 the same

2 doesn't exist; perhaps you've misheard 'no longer' - not any more
3 In AmE, 'so long' can also be an informal way of saying Goodbye.

b