long run — a period of time in the future; an extended period
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a period of time in the future; an extended period
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɔːŋ rʌn/
Example Sentences
- Eating junk food might taste good now, but in the long run, your stomach will file a complaint.
- In the long run, learning English will open many doors for your career.
- He decided to invest in education because he believed in long run returns.
long run
NOUN[/lɔːŋ rʌn/]
a period of time in the future; an extended period
a period of time in the future; an extended period
In the long run, under the setting sun, her marathon dream is finally done!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase originated in horse racing, where it referred to races run over long distances rather than short ones. The term later expanded metaphorically to describe long-term perspectives and sustained outcomes, especially in economics and planning.
Breakdown
long (adjective, extending over great distance or duration) + run (noun, a continuous course or sequence of events). Together they denote an extended period or sustained process rather than immediate results.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Eating junk food might taste good now, but in the long run, your stomach will file a complaint.”
“In the long run, learning English will open many doors for your career.”
“He decided to invest in education because he believed in long run returns.”
“Procrastinating might feel good now, but in the long run, it's like borrowing happiness from your future self.”
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