in the long run

意味

eventually, when considering effects over a lengthy period

長期的に見て最終的には.

例文

1. 1The better washing machine costs more now, but its lower bills will save money in the long run.
2. 2Learning these skills is slow, yet it should help your career in the long run.
3. 3The insulation is expensive today, but over twenty winters it will pay for itself in the long run.
4. 4Daily practice feels tedious now; in the long run, those small efforts will transform your playing.
5. 5Although the apprenticeship pays little initially, it should open better career opportunities in the long run.

文法

固定した副詞句。節の初めか終わりに置くことが多い。the と単数の run は変えない

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