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"over a long term period of time" vs "over a long-term period of time"

Both phrases are similar, but the correct one is 'over a long-term period of time.' The hyphen is needed between 'long' and 'term' to show that they are acting as a single adjective describing 'period of time.'

Last Updated: March 20, 2024

over a long term period of time

This phrase is incorrect. The hyphen is needed between 'long' and 'term' to create the compound adjective 'long-term.'


Alternatives:

  • over a long-term period of time
  • over an extended period of time
  • over a lengthy period of time
  • over a prolonged period of time
  • over a considerable period of time

over a long-term period of time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe something that happens or changes over an extended period of time. The hyphen between 'long' and 'term' is necessary to show that they are acting as a single adjective.

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