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In the long run means over a long period of time or after everything has had lots of time to happen.
The expression has been used in English for many centuries and comes from the idea of a long marathon or journey where the final outcome only becomes clear after enough time has passed.
The expression has been used in English for many centuries and comes from the idea of a long marathon or journey where the final outcome only becomes clear after enough time has passed.
Saving a little money each week may seem like nothing now, but it helps in the long run.