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 The third-year forward ended with 18 points in 20 minutes while shooting 4 for 11 from 3-point range, marking his third consecutive preseason game with at least 10 long-range attempts. — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Oct. 2026 The Congressional Budget Office still publishes an annual long-term budget forecast, and reports by the Congressional Research Service and Government Accountability Office often offer long-range perspectives. — John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026 Houthi capabilities The Houthis have learned to combine ballistic and cruise missiles with long-range drones to overwhelm Saudi defenses. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 The town continues to do short- and long-range strategic planning. — Susan Starkey, Sun Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long-range

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Unlike conventional antidepressants, which can take weeks to work and require daily dosing, psilocybin has shown the potential to produce rapid and lasting improvements after just a handful of administrations, Nath said.

— Meghana Keshavan, STAT, 15 Oct. 2026
Recognizing artists who have made lasting, significant contributions to the live music and concert touring business, past Legend of Live recipients include Usher, John Mayer, George Strait, Journey, Rush, Ozzy Osbourne and Elton John.

— Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of lasting

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The decision to set that tone staggering through all 10 minutes of the extended cut might scan as raw inspiration, placing Spacemen 3 on a narrow band from La Monte Young and Terry Riley to some brilliant dro)))ne future.

— Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
Keldermans thanked everyone who participated and extended birthday wishes to one community member’s grandson.

— Jonathan Bullington, Chicago Tribune, 18 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

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