In terms of vs in term
Hello,
Could you help me please to find out the truth:)

1. According to Longman Dictionary, " in terms of" can be used for describing either singular or plural event and it's always with "s" in the end. The exception is " in the long term". Is it correct undestanding?

2. However, I haven't found " in term of". Does it exist? If yes, when it can be used?
'I aslo had a look at the Reverso Context but it seems to me as it's connected to university studying. Is it right?

Thank you

Question

In terms of vs  in term
Hello, 
Could you help me please to find out the truth:)

1. According to Longman Dictionary, " in terms of" can be used for describing either singular or plural event and it's always with "s" in the end.  The exception is " in the long term".  Is it correct undestanding?

2. However,  I haven't found  " in term of".  Does it exist? If yes, when it can be used? 
 'I aslo had a look at the Reverso Context but it seems to me as it's connected to university studying. Is it right?

Thank you

Answer

In terms of - when you are referencing something. An example would be: "in terms of championships, the yankees are the best baseball team ever."

In the long term - when you are talking about the future. An example would be: "we may have 10 pounds of meat, but in the long term, its not enough to keep us from starving."

No one would ever say "in term of" it doesn't make sense.

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