Idioms

the long game

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long game

The part of one's golf game in which one hits the ball for distance. I've been trying to improve my long game for the golf outing next weekend, and now I can drive the ball twice as far as I used to!
See also: game, long

the long game

Action taken with the hope that it will yield desired results in the future. I professed my love for my wife way back when we were both in kindergarten. Guess you could say I played the long game! The company is focused on the long game, investing in high-quality products that will sell reliably for years to come.
See also: game, long
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