long-term

adjective

ˈlȯŋ-ˈtərm

Synonyms of long-term next

: occurring over or involving a relatively long period of time

seeking long-term solutions

: of, relating to, or constituting a financial operation or obligation based on a considerable term and especially one of more than 10 years

long-term bonds

: generated by assets held for longer than six months

a long-term capital gain

Examples of long-term in a Sentence

before approving a new drug, the government insists on some long-term research to determine any possible side effects

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As states pursue a long-term solution for the river, Arizona is preparing for a new world of unreliable Colorado River water. —

Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024 Victims often face long-term challenges, including: Medical Expenses: From emergency care to long-term rehabilitation, the costs associated with treating personal injuries can be overwhelming. —

Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 However, the troika found little room among the airtight long-term contracts most teams and leagues carried. —

Matt Craig, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 In addition to testing these vacuums in a lab setting, our testers used them at home to collect long-term insights over six months or more. —

Camryn Rabideau, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for long-term