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long-term

[lawng-turm, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌtɜrm, ˈlɒŋ- /






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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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