Long-term Definition

lôngtûrm, lŏng-
adjective
For or extending over a long time.
Webster's New World
Designating or of a bond, capital gain, etc. that involves a relatively long period of time for maturity, repayment, amortization, etc. or for computing tax liability.
Webster's New World
Designating memory involving facts and events over a long period of time or over a lifetime.
Webster's New World
The definition of long term is something that persists for an extended period of time, or even indefinitely.
An example of long term is a relationship that has lasted for years.
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adverb
Over or for a long period of time.
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Long-term Sentence Examples

  • I've spent a lifetime looking at long term implications.

  • It was facilitated by trained tutors who themselves have long-term health problems.

  • Martha was unable to get by her natural compassion of the moment and look at a long term goal.

  • Non smoking at four weeks has been shown to be a good predictor of long-term abstinence.

  • I asked, confirming my lack of faith in the couple's long term relationship.

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LLOLON

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MRMERM

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Words Starting With L and Ending With M

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