Used to talk about the eventual or future results of a decision, rather than its immediate effect.
“It's pricier now, but in the long run, the energy-efficient model will save us money.”
“In the long run, hiring the experienced contractor will probably save us from costly mistakes.”
Task 5 often involves choices with upfront costs versus long-term benefits (e.g., cheaper now vs. better value later), so "in the long run" is ideal for framing that trade-off. Use it when justifying a choice that costs more initially but saves money, time, or effort over time — this shows the examiner mature, forward-thinking reasoning.
Synonyms: over time, eventually, in the end