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long run

noun as in long period of time

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“In the long run, the government will earn money by granting work permits,” and collecting taxes from undocumented workers.

But he later conceded that should the economy suffer in the long run, social chaos could be a “possibility.”

With no sign that Guantanamo will be closed any time soon, this theater of the absurd could have a long run.

Then I went for a long run and the next day they were back down to the average 60.

So, in the long run, Sarah Palin might actually get the last laugh.

Though monuments may be moved intentionally or by natural causes, they can be more trusted in the long run of things.

Upon lengthe, after a great length of course, after a long run.

"It might have been better for me in the long run," said he, quietly, passing over the inconsistencies of her speech.

In the long run, however, Juana's indifference to her husband wore itself away; it even changed to a species of fear.

In the long run, the public will judge you, and respect you, according to your artistic sincerity.

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On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to long run, such as: long haul, distant future, long duration, long period, long-term, and remote future.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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