the long term
noun
: a long period of time after the beginning of something
She is investing for the long term.
I think it's the better choice over the long term.
an investment that should do well in the long term
These changes may improve profits now, but they are going to cost us money in the long term.
Examples of the long term in a Sentence
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However, its near-monopoly on the most energy-efficient chip technology means it’s poised to benefit from more widespread power shortages in the long term, as its technology becomes vital for companies looking to save on power costs.
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Dylan Sloan, Fortune, 18 Apr. 2024
Now, investors are anxiously waiting for Musk to reassure them that Tesla will be fine in the long term and outline a new growth strategy.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Losing Stephenson is a difficult blow for this year’s bullpen, but with a potential silver lining in the long term.
—Jeff Fletcher, Orange County Register, 17 Apr. 2024
In the long term, Schultz said, the value of the merchandise will depend on fans’ overall sentiments of the team.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
The ultimate deal funneled tens of billions of dollars in sanctions relief to Iran and allowed the regime to become a greater conventional threat, all while preserving its nuclear ambitions in the long term.
—The Editors, National Review, 14 Apr. 2024
Research shows that rhodiola may increase energy and mental performance while reducing stress hormone levels, helping to prevent burnout in the long term [9].
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Additionally, the low rates and the rise in home prices incentivized those who were already homeowners to refinance their mortgages, hoping to lower their monthly payments and reduce the amount of total interest paid over the long term.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
The use of ink bottles rather than ink cartridges lowers running costs over the long term as well.
—David Nield / Gizmodo, Quartz, 8 Apr. 2024
Dylan Sloan, Fortune, 18 Apr. 2024
Now, investors are anxiously waiting for Musk to reassure them that Tesla will be fine in the long term and outline a new growth strategy.
—William Gavin, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Losing Stephenson is a difficult blow for this year’s bullpen, but with a potential silver lining in the long term.
—Jeff Fletcher, Orange County Register, 17 Apr. 2024
In the long term, Schultz said, the value of the merchandise will depend on fans’ overall sentiments of the team.
—The Arizona Republic, 15 Apr. 2024
The ultimate deal funneled tens of billions of dollars in sanctions relief to Iran and allowed the regime to become a greater conventional threat, all while preserving its nuclear ambitions in the long term.
—The Editors, National Review, 14 Apr. 2024
Research shows that rhodiola may increase energy and mental performance while reducing stress hormone levels, helping to prevent burnout in the long term [9].
—Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 12 Apr. 2024
Additionally, the low rates and the rise in home prices incentivized those who were already homeowners to refinance their mortgages, hoping to lower their monthly payments and reduce the amount of total interest paid over the long term.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
The use of ink bottles rather than ink cartridges lowers running costs over the long term as well.
—David Nield / Gizmodo, Quartz, 8 Apr. 2024
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