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
The event highlights his support for children battling long-term health challenges and the families who care for them.
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Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Xu said that those long-term investments the company started making eight years ago have started to pay off.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
If such an opportunity were to materialize, as a fiduciary to its investors and Rexford shareholders, Elliott would weigh the value from an acquisition against the long-term standalone plan and advocate for whichever path would deliver the best value for shareholders.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
What’s more, conservatives and the White House want a long-term continuing resolution to freeze spending.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 29 Aug. 2025
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Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Xu said that those long-term investments the company started making eight years ago have started to pay off.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
If such an opportunity were to materialize, as a fiduciary to its investors and Rexford shareholders, Elliott would weigh the value from an acquisition against the long-term standalone plan and advocate for whichever path would deliver the best value for shareholders.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
What’s more, conservatives and the White House want a long-term continuing resolution to freeze spending.
—Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 29 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for long-term
Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-term
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It’s been a long road, but one that has provided him with a chance to remain at the MLB level — and to pitch in the biggest games.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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The three new watch models boast upgraded health features, fast charging, longer battery lives and a variety of finishes, styles and price points.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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Police identified the suspect as Decarlos Brown Jr, 34, who has a lengthy criminal history, including convictions for armed robbery, felony larceny, and breaking and entering.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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After being sentenced to 10 years in prison and spending some time behind bars — plus enduring a lengthy trial — Tortora’s conviction was eventually fully overturned by Italy’s Supreme Court in 1987 amid widespread belief that the TV host had been the victim of corrupt judges and prosecutors.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
10 Sep. 2025
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Detroit has dominated the series in the near and far term, winning six of the last seven and going 12-4 against the number against the Pack.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The scandal also hands fresh ammunition to Nigel Farage’s far-right Reform Party, which is already leading in the polls.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-term. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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