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

The theory diverged from the dominant, century-long view that evolution adhered to a slow, steady pace of Darwinian gradualism, in which species incrementally and almost imperceptibly developed into new ones. —Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 28 Aug. 2025

Stashing a talented prospect like him is a wise decision for a front office that should be taking a long view with its rebuild, not to mention Douglas’ history of concussions (two in 2023) and contract coming up next season. —Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 22 Aug. 2025

But city officials take a long view. —John Aguilar, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025

Kelce’s post-football plan Kelce’s time in Hollywood is part of his long view. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for long view

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Geographical Definition

Longview

geographical name

Long·​view ˈlȯŋ-ˌvyü 

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