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8 expressions found
in the long run
Over a long period of time in the future.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
in the short run
Over a short period of time in the near future.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
at the end of the day
Ultimately; when everything is considered.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
a matter of time
Something that is certain to happen eventually.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
every now and then
Occasionally.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
sooner or later
At some point in the future, eventually.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
in the meantime
During the period between two events.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
in the long term
Over an extended period in the future.
B2
Academic Phrase
Time & Sequence
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