long view

noun

: an approach to a problem or situation that emphasizes long-range factors

Examples of long view in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Plan for many stops so the driver can take in the long views! Lynn O'Rourke Hayes, Boston Herald, 1 Mar. 2026 Built with the long view in mind, the house rewards the wait. Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026 One of the Knicks’ newest additions dismissed the long view — understandable for someone not here for last year’s warning signs or this season’s blowouts. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026 Their perspective reflects maturity, consistency, and a long view of design. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long view

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of long view was in 1912

Browse Nearby Words

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Long view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long%20view. Accessed 4 Mar. 2026.

Geographical Definition

Longview

geographical name

Long·​view ˈlȯŋ-ˌvyü How to pronounce Longview (audio)
1
city in northeastern Texas population 80,455

Note: Longview grew rapidly in the 1930s after the discovery of oil in the area.

2
city on the Columbia River in southwestern Washington population 36,648
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster