LONG-RANGE Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

long-range

adjective

Definition of long-range

as in lasting

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Recent Examples of long-range Russia and Ukraine are engaged in a long-range aerial war as their armies remain largely deadlocked on the battlefield, more than 4 ½ years after Moscow’s all-out invasion of its neighbor. — NBC news, 7 Oct. 2026 The Pentagon, for example, was forced to withdraw its B-1 long-range bombers last weekend from Royal Air Force base Fairford, about 100 miles west of London, following an alleged terrorist plot in which five men were arrested. — Anna Mulrine Grobe, Christian Science Monitor, 6 Oct. 2026 The Pentagon emphasized that despite the relocation, the bomber fleet remains fully prepared to launch long-range strike missions directly from the continental United States whenever needed. — Bonny Chu , Liz Friden, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026 That’s why forecasters will keep updating long-range outlooks with shorter-range ones through winter. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long-range

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Sophie Kjærvik, an anger researcher at the Norwegian Centre for Violence and Traumatic Stress Studies, pointed out that relief isn’t the same as a lasting benefit.

— Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
Ditka's illustrious career and numerous accolades speak for themselves, but his stories and lasting impact will be remembered for generations.

— Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of lasting

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The sketch took aim at reports of deteriorating conditions aboard the aircraft carrier, including plumbing issues and mental-health struggles among the crew during their extended deployment.

— Anna Tingley, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Health problems dogged previous popes with Leo’s predecessor Francis spending an extended period in hospital and facing multiple health difficulties in the final months of his life.

— Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of extended

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In 2024, Michigan State launched Rx Kids, the country’s first universal and unconditional prenatal and infant cash program.

— Mona Hanna, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026
Once a seller has an unconditional right to receive the proceeds, many planning opportunities may no longer be available.

— D. Scott Kenik, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of unconditional

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