long-run
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of long-run
First recorded in 1900–05
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Farm income is expected to be lower than its near-record 2023 level, but still at or above its long-run average.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
It’s important to note that many of these foods play important roles in our diet, so eliminating them entirely isn’t beneficial in the long-run.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
If I take Social Security at 63 and invest that money — and make an average of 6% a year — am I better off doing that in the long-run versus waiting until 70?
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 3, 2026
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
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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