the long term
noun
: a long period of time after the beginning of something
She is investing for the long term.
I think it's the better choice over the long term.
an investment that should do well in the long term
These changes may improve profits now, but they are going to cost us money in the long term.
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ArsTechnica, 27 Apr. 2026
Lottery officials said the move would help grow the game in the long term and make jackpots even bigger, even faster.
—Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
Others end up with referrals to other organizations who will take on their case for the long term.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Low-fat or non-fat cream cheese may be a better choice in the long term.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 25 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for the long term
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“The long term.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20long%20term. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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