Example: In the long run, hard work will bring success.
Definition
"In the long run" is an expression used to indicate the eventual outcome or result of a situation after a considerable amount of time has passed, often implying that the true effects or consequences become clear only after an extended period.
Translations
a largo plazo
op de lange termijn
a llarg termini
à long terme
langfristig
Etymology
The phrase "in the long run" originates from the world of racing and competition, where 'run' refers to a race or course. It evolved metaphorically to mean over the full course of events or time, emphasizing outcomes that appear after all stages have been completed. Did you know it reflects the idea of endurance and patience needed to see final results?
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"In the long run" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (B1) - set 1", containing 123 commonly used expressions.
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