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
Christian’s previous long-term relationship had been with a woman.
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James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
One of the men is in a long-term relationship with the 38-year-old woman who has been detained.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In this scenario, the Royals would also extend out their window to possibly agree to a long-term deal.
—Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2025
Bellinger will opt out of his $25 million player option to seek a long-term contract in free agency.
—Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
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James Marcus, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
One of the men is in a long-term relationship with the 38-year-old woman who has been detained.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
In this scenario, the Royals would also extend out their window to possibly agree to a long-term deal.
—Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2025
Bellinger will opt out of his $25 million player option to seek a long-term contract in free agency.
—Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for long-term
Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-term
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Currently, plans for new affordable housing are also often subject to long approval processes involving city agencies and the City Council.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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The joint venture announced Monday for Starbucks’ China business followed a year-long search for a local partner, with Niccol believing a strategic partner could accelerate growth in its most important foreign market.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Nonetheless, the suits could prove costly and lengthy—potentially having a material impact on the company’s bottom line.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
6 Nov. 2025
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There have been lengthy shutdowns before, including several others that stretched on for more than two weeks.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-term. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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