as in long
lasting for a considerable time
before approving a new drug, the government insists on some long-term research to determine any possible side effects
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Recent Examples of long-term
The event highlights his support for children battling long-term health challenges and the families who care for them.
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Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Xu said that those long-term investments the company started making eight years ago have started to pay off.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
If such an opportunity were to materialize, as a fiduciary to its investors and Rexford shareholders, Elliott would weigh the value from an acquisition against the long-term standalone plan and advocate for whichever path would deliver the best value for shareholders.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
What’s more, conservatives and the White House want a long-term continuing resolution to freeze spending.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Xu said that those long-term investments the company started making eight years ago have started to pay off.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
If such an opportunity were to materialize, as a fiduciary to its investors and Rexford shareholders, Elliott would weigh the value from an acquisition against the long-term standalone plan and advocate for whichever path would deliver the best value for shareholders.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
What’s more, conservatives and the White House want a long-term continuing resolution to freeze spending.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for long-term
Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-term
Adjective
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It’s been a long road, but one that has provided him with a chance to remain at the MLB level — and to pitch in the biggest games.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The three new watch models boast upgraded health features, fast charging, longer battery lives and a variety of finishes, styles and price points.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Chili’s parent Brinker International has a lengthy growth runway ahead, according to Evercore ISI.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Johnson was spotted wiping away tears during a lengthy standing ovation at the premiere.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Detroit has dominated the series in the near and far term, winning six of the last seven and going 12-4 against the number against the Pack.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The scandal also hands fresh ammunition to Nigel Farage’s far-right Reform Party, which is already leading in the polls.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-term. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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