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long view

NOUN
viewpoint
Synonyms
STRONGEST
angle aspect attitude direction frame of reference outlook perspective point of view posture slant stance standpoint vantage point view
STRONG
estimation eye ground light position respect side stand twist
WEAK
point of observation two cents' worth

Example Sentences

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The good news is that Boston sports fans are a famously patient tribe, and always take the long view.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

The theme and premise owe much to Margaret Atwood, but Groff’s gift for the long view is wholly her own.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

"That's why we're here. And with patience and a long view, I think this is going to be a great hub," he added.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Then they become bargain hunters, natural contrarians, fans of the long view and largely disciplinarians when it comes to how much a business is actually worth.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 19, 2025

From this new distance, we begin to get the long view, and it's not so pretty.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez