long-term
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An ideal candidate is typically a homeowner 62 or older with significant home equity — 50% or even more — and plans to remain in their primary home long-term.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
That is in line with long-term averages, they point out.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
To bring about long-term change, L.A.’s Metro has been expanding and recently announced it was testing a people mover at Los Angeles International Airport.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
"We discovered we are brilliant with short term emergency food, but long-term, reliable discounted food just wasn't there", Everitt said.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Still, some long-term believers stayed true to the cause, unable or unwilling to accept facts.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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