the long run
noun
: a long period of time after the beginning of something
investing for the long run
Your solution may cause more problems over the long run.
It may be our best option in the long run.
This deal will cost you more in the long run.
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Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Still, filing a claim with insurance could be costly in the long run.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
But its effectiveness may vary, and there are some disadvantages to consider in the long run, according to the report released Monday night.
—Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026
Offhand, beginning-of-season tasks should focus on protecting these investments in the long run.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
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“The long run.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20long%20run. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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