LONG-TERM Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

long-term

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈtərm

Definition of long-term

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 By contrast, the clearest long-term winners treated the creation of customer value as primary and used digital technology, and later AI, as means to that end. — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026 Participate in long-term engagement with senior centers to bring brain health screenings, information and support to memory care deserts. — Eric Cerino, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026 Yet experts are split on whether the rise in CXMT’s stock price reflects a temporary boost or a long-term shift that brings Chinese chipmakers to the fore. — Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026 In keeping with its long-term development strategy, CBS is the first broadcast network to order a pilot for 2027-28 consideration. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long-term

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Dean Fabrizio and James Teter, each hired in 2009, have been at their Class 6A schools the longest.

— Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Although the resort sits directly on the water, don’t come expecting a long, walkable beach.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of long

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There was no opening act, no lengthy introduction and no unnecessary buildup.

— Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
Hur, following his investigation into Biden’s alleged mishandling of classified documents, released a lengthy report in February 2024 that concluded no criminal charges were warranted against Biden.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

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