go long
The phrase "go long" is commonly used in finance and sports, each with distinct meanings tied to strategic actions.
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Definition
B2finance
(technical)To buy a financial product with the expectation that its value will rise.
Example
- Investors often go long on stocks they believe will increase in value.
B2sports
(informal)To run a considerable distance to receive a long pass, especially in American football.
Example
- The quarterback told the receiver to go long for a touchdown pass.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go long":
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