: an approach to a problem or situation that emphasizes long-range factors
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Although geopolitical events like the launch of military actions tend to rattle the securities markets in the short term, investors eventually shift to the long view, assuming that these conflicts will eventually be resolved and the door reopened to bullish sentiment.—Michael Hiltzik, Boston Herald, 3 Apr. 2026 In regard to the long view of the playoff race, that dichotomy of options could mean the Heat competing with a likely still-rebuilding Grizzlies roster, or potentially contending with Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, who will be 27 at the time of potential 2028-29 expansion.—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026 For families thinking in generational terms, that long view becomes its own form of guidance.—Maria Williams, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026 Hosted by Daniel Denvir (also of The Dig) and historian Abdel Razzaq Takritti, the sixteen episodes in this project take an eye to the long view.—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long view