as in long
lasting for a considerable time
before approving a new drug, the government insists on some long-term research to determine any possible side effects
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Recent Examples of long-term
Bailey had seen doctors before and taken medication after medication, but nothing gave long-term help.
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Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
But these strengths also create an opening to reassess their long-term strategy and asset allocation, and to consider whether their 100-year plan still aligns with their goals.
—Belinda G. Schwartz, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, the use of electrical neurostimulation to treat addiction is promising, but there are still some unknowns regarding long-term outcomes.
—Bri Buckley, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
But there have been signs the company is planning for the long-term.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
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Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
But these strengths also create an opening to reassess their long-term strategy and asset allocation, and to consider whether their 100-year plan still aligns with their goals.
—Belinda G. Schwartz, Fortune, 7 Mar. 2026
According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, the use of electrical neurostimulation to treat addiction is promising, but there are still some unknowns regarding long-term outcomes.
—Bri Buckley, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2026
But there have been signs the company is planning for the long-term.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-term
Adjective
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The United States has released some startling statistics of its now week-long operation in Iran.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Mar. 2026
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Kidd recounted the long history of disinvestment in the West End.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Jalloh’s lengthy criminal history includes more than 30 arrests for charges of rape, assault, drug possession, property destruction, identity theft, trespassing, firing a weapon, grand larceny, contributing to the delinquency of a minor, and pickpocketing.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Mar. 2026
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Tagovailoa posted a lengthy and heartfelt message thanking the Dolphins, his teammates, coaches, front office and fans.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-term. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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