The meaning of Long-term

adjective

Happening, existing, or continuing for many years or far into the future

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Scientists warned of the long-term effects of global warming.

adjective

Occurring over or relating to a long period of time.

Usage examples:

The long-term unemployed

noun

→  long run

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It's too early to tell whether the long-term benefits of biofuel plants will exceed the taxpayer do…