by and by vs in the long run

by and by

noun
  • Heaven; the hereafter. Usually preceded with "the sweet." 

adv
  • After a short time. 

  • After an indefinite period. 

in the long run

prep
  • After a very long time; eventually; over a long period of time; more generally. 

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