long-run

American

[lawng-ruhn, long-] / ˈlɔŋˈrʌn, ˈlɒŋ- /

adjective

happening or presented over a long period of time or having a long course of performances.

a long-run hit play.

Etymology

Origin of long-run

First recorded in 1900–05

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Example Sentences

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But whether it is canals, railroads, or fiberoptic cables, investment in physical infrastructure around new technology tends to be remarkably faithful to long-run trends.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Waller also argued that tariff-related price increases should be “looked through,” since they are unlikely to affect long-run expectations.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

“Key will be how management discusses the long-run cost position in light of the downgrade,” Macquarie says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

“I would say that the jury remains out on its long-run structure and its long-run pricing effects.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

Goodness and happiness are one—one in the long-run, if not one in every step of the way.

From The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St John, Vol. II by Dods, Marcus

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