Meaning
over a long period of time; ultimately
Primary Function
temporal perspective opener
Communicative Purpose
shifts focus to long-term outcomes rather than immediate ones
Pattern
In the long run
Core Structure
In the long run
Função primária
temporal perspective opener
Propósito comunicativo
shifts focus to long-term outcomes rather than immediate ones
Situações de gatilho
strategic discussions, advice, forecasting
Contextos
everyday, professional, academic
Padrão
In the long run
Estrutura central
In the long run
Slots de substituição
the phrase 'the long term' can replace 'the long run' with a slightly more formal tone
Colocados típicos
- it will pay off
- this will benefit
- it is better
Substituições comuns
- In the long term
- Eventually
- Over time
Erros comuns
In a long run, confusion with in the long term
Similar / contraste
At the end of the day, Ultimately
Interferências
some L2 speakers say 'on the long run' due to incorrect preposition usage
Família do chunk
- temporal perspective frames
Nuance
suggests patience and strategic thinking
Efeito pragmático
positions the speaker as wise and forward-thinking
Dica de memória
run = race that takes time to finish
Nota
The chunk "in the long run" is used to emphasize that a particular outcome or benefit will be realized over an extended period, often requiring patience and strategic planning. It is commonly used in discussions about future benefits, long-term strategies, and forecasting outcomes.
Upgrade path
from 'After a long time' to 'In the long run' to 'In the fullness of time'
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