: a relatively long period of time—usually used in the phrase in the long run
long-run
ˈlȯŋ-ˈrən
adjective
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebDespite taking the loss, Hamilton head coach Jackie Walker isn't concerned about her group of golfers in the long run. Lucas Gordon, The Arizona Republic, 9 Sep. 2022 Understanding key numbers is vital to being a successful bettor in the long run. Tyler Shoemaker, cleveland, 9 Sep. 2022 In the long run, Tebo 1 also would have needed support and accommodation to keep up with a highly mobile community in extremely difficult terrain. Kiona N. Smith, Ars Technica, 7 Sep. 2022 But does getting started too early actually make things worse in the long run? Lucy Douglas, refinery29.com, 5 Sep. 2022 Alphabet and phonics instruction, the thinking went, was enervating and, in the long run, unnecessary. Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 1 Sep. 2022 The steakhouse announced the closing Thursday on Facebook, thanking its customers for the long run. Nick Kindelsperger, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 That could make a Week 2 game at Florida daunting, but in the long run, the reps Rodriguez’s understudies snag early could pay off late, with more players capable of contributing in big moments. Brett Dawson, The Courier-Journal, 30 Aug. 2022 For some conditions, skipping a checkup or two may not matter all that much in the long run. Tim Requarth, The Atlantic, 29 Aug. 2022 See More