long-run
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of long-run
First recorded in 1900–05
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Meanwhile, long-run inflation expectations fell back to 3.3% in June from 3.9% last month, the survey said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
“But historically speaking, today’s world of higher rates, greater geopolitical uncertainty and tighter labor markets, they may actually be closer to that long-run average,” Sedgwick noted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026
In May, U.S. inflation topped 4% for the first time in three years, with prices rising at double the rate of the Federal Reserve’s long-run goal.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
Investors can build a high-quality fixed-income portfolio that offers yields of 5% to 7% in local currency terms, with lower volatility than long-run equity returns.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 13, 2026
It's a mistake, and will lead to trouble in the long-run.
From The Squire's Daughter by Hocking, Silas K(itto)
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