long-range
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adjective
1.
considering or extending into the future: a long-range outlook; long-range plans.
2.
designed to cover or operate over a long distance: long-range rockets.
Origin:
1865–70
1865–70
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| long-range | |
| —adj | |
| 1. | of or extending into the future: a long-range weather forecast |
| 2. | (of vehicles, aircraft, etc) capable of covering great distances without refuelling |
| 3. | (of weapons) made to be fired at a distant target |
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Long-range
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Global warming, a long-range phenomenon, may not be uppermost in people's minds during an economic downturn.
Morality provides guidance in living successful lives long-range.
But millions of people are willing to risk halitosis, or worse long-range health effects, to get rid of their obesity.
Democracy and supremacy undermine the tragic sense required for long-range planning.
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