Definition of long run
: a relatively long period of time
—usually used in the phrase in the long run
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But ratcheting up the pressure on China as publicly as Trump has done could backfire in the long run.
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But the club's analytics department believes if the team sticks with the program, shifts will pay off in the long run.
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How can a nation know it’s really supporting democracy in the long run?
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Officials said building the larger facility now would cost less in the long run.
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But failing to grab the reins could have an even worse impact in the long run.
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The Magic most likely would be better off in the long run by losing games in order to preserve or enhance their chances in next month’s NBA Draft Lottery.
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What mixed strategy should A play to maximize wins in the long run?
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According to a recent study conducted by researchers in Italy, exercise can enhance the number of beneficial microbial species and enrich microflora diversity, improving overall health and preventing disease in the long run.
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