in the long run — after a long period of time; eventually
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: after a long period of time; eventually
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ðə lɔːŋ rʌn/
Korean meaning: 장기적으로는, 결국에는
Korean pronunciation: 인 더 **롱** 런
Example Sentences
- Eating vegetables may be boring now, but in the long run, your body will thank you more than your taste buds complain.
- Learning English grammar is painful now, but in the long run, you'll speak better than those who only watch dramas.
- Investing in renewable energy will benefit the environment in the long run.
in the long run
ADVERB//ɪn ðə lɔːŋ rʌn//
after a long period of time; eventually
Eventually success comes with time
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Origin
경주에서 단거리가 아닌 장거리(long run)를 뛰는 것처럼, 짧은 시간이 아닌 오랜 시간 후의 결과를 의미하는 표현으로 발전했습니다.
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“Eating vegetables may be boring now, but in the long run, your body will thank you more than your taste buds complain.”
“Learning English grammar is painful now, but in the long run, you'll speak better than those who only watch dramas.”
“Investing in renewable energy will benefit the environment in the long run.”
“Though the new policy seems strict, it will improve productivity in the long run.”
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