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 long-term goal is much bigger.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The benefits go far beyond muscle tone, extending to mood regulation, cognitive function and long-term brain health.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
The frequency, the long-term risk and the question of who’s vulnerable are not.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
New research finds the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in Southern California are more stressed now than at any time in 1,000 years, raising long-term earthquake risk for millions.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 13 June 2026
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
The benefits go far beyond muscle tone, extending to mood regulation, cognitive function and long-term brain health.
—Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 June 2026
The frequency, the long-term risk and the question of who’s vulnerable are not.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
New research finds the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults in Southern California are more stressed now than at any time in 1,000 years, raising long-term earthquake risk for millions.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long-term
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In a Week 14 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, Smith recovered a fumble and returned it 78 yards for a touchdown — the fifth-longest fumble return in franchise history.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
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There is also a long list of bars and restaurants hosting watch parties.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
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The new starting rotation of Chris Sale, Martín Pérez, Bryce Elder, Grant Holmes and JR Ritchie figures to get a lengthy trial.—
Ken Sugiura,
AJC.com,
16 June 2026
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Or got into a severe car crash and dealt with a lengthy recovery?—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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“Long-term.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long-term. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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