long-term
adjective
1
: occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time
seeking long-term solutions
2
a
: of, relating to, or constituting a financial operation or obligation based on a considerable term and especially one of more than 10 years
long-term bonds
b
: generated by assets held for longer than six months
a long-term capital gain
Examples of long-term in a Sentence
before approving a new drug, the government insists on some long-term research to determine any possible side effects
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But this long-term commitment is a big move from both parties.
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Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
In fact, the 2021 study found that many cohabitants displayed the same level of loyalty and long-term dedication as married couples do.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Symptoms and long-term problems, such as diabetes, occur when blood glucose levels are consistently too high.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 Sep. 2025
The airline is focusing on its best-performing markets to ensure long-term success, according to spokesperson Nicole Aguilar.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
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Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
In fact, the 2021 study found that many cohabitants displayed the same level of loyalty and long-term dedication as married couples do.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Symptoms and long-term problems, such as diabetes, occur when blood glucose levels are consistently too high.
—Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 6 Sep. 2025
The airline is focusing on its best-performing markets to ensure long-term success, according to spokesperson Nicole Aguilar.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for long-term
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-term. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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