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Meaning of take the long view | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To evaluate something in terms of its expected long-term results rather than its immediate state.

Examples

“To determine the proper course, Americans must take the long view.”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

take the mask off take the matter into one's own hands take the meaning take the mickey take the offensive take the pee