英语里 in the long run 这个短语的意思是长远来说。

例句

I'm not spending any money at all at the moment. Life is pretty boring but, in the long run, it'll be worth it. I'll be able to afford my dream holiday.

I've just quit smoking and I feel terrible, but I'm sure, in the long run, I'll be much healthier

Jane hates studying but I keep telling her, in the long run, the effort will lead to a much better job.

请注意

如果你是 on the run , 那就是指你在逃亡中，尤其是面对警察的追捕。

After robbing the bank, the gang were on the run for a week before the police arrested them.

Police have issued a warning to avoid a dangerous criminal who's been on the run since escaping from a high-security prison.