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.

Examples of the long run in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the long run, integrity builds stronger relationships, attracts the right opportunities and creates a reputation that outlasts any marketing hype. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

Over the long run, reversion to mean in real interest rates—a return to the historical trend—gives a more sober prediction than just extrapolating from one decade. — Kenneth S. Rogoff, Foreign Affairs, 12 Aug. 2026

Skeptics, seeing the history of lotteries in other states, believed the money would be used to aid education, but in the long run, the state would diminish contributions. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026

In the long run, leaders are confident the 19 new boats will prove suitable replacements for the Ohios. — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for the long run

• anyone
• everyone
• megaton
• overdone
• overrun
• begun
• grandson
• gudrun
• handgun
• homespun
• outdone
• outrun