Long Range

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /lɔŋ reɪndʒ/

Definitions of long range

noun a range or distance over a long distance

Example Sentences

A1 I can see a bird in the sky. It has a long range.

A2 The long range of the sniper rifle allows for precise shots from far away.

B1 The long range of the new drone model is impressive, reaching up to 10 kilometers.

B2 The military conducted a long range reconnaissance mission to gather intel on enemy movements.

C1 The long range capabilities of the satellite communication system are crucial for global operations.

C2 The long range strategic plan outlined by the company aims to expand its market presence over the next decade.

adjective extending over a great distance

Example Sentences

A1 The long range forecast predicts sunny weather for the weekend.

A2 The long range plan for the project includes detailed timelines and milestones.

B1 The company invested in a long range marketing strategy to attract new customers.

B2 The military conducted a long range missile test to demonstrate its capabilities.

C1 The scientist used a long range telescope to observe distant galaxies.

C2 The long range implications of climate change are a major concern for environmentalists.

Examples of long range in a Sentence

formal The military is developing new long-range missiles to enhance national defense capabilities.

informal My new camera has a really good long-range zoom lens.

slang I can't believe how far that quarterback can throw the ball, he's got a killer long-range game.

figurative Planning for retirement requires a long-range perspective on financial investments.

Grammatical Forms of long range

past tense

long ranged

plural

long ranges

comparative

longer range

superlative

longest range

present tense

long range

future tense

will long range

perfect tense

has long ranged

continuous tense

is long ranging

singular

long range

positive degree

long range

infinitive

to long range

gerund

long ranging

participle

long ranged

Origin and Evolution of long range

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'long range' originated from military terminology, specifically in reference to the distance over which a weapon or communication system can operate effectively.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'long range' has expanded beyond military contexts to describe a wide variety of situations where distance or extent is a key factor, such as long-range planning or long-range forecasts.