long period

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“Our diversified and resilient business model and long-term orientation have served our shareholders well for a long period of time and will continue to do so.”

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

This interpretation implies that the planet has been geologically inactive for a long period.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

This strategy is supposed to balance risks such as market volatility, longevity and inflation over a long period of time.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Although it was recorded in a matter of weeks, Your Favourite Toy was the product of a long period of experimentation.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Spreading can occur rapidly and stop abruptly, or it can occur slowly over a long period of time.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish