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Preferred term
long-wave theory
Definition
- Long-wave theory is a family of theories that explain societal trends with reference to decadesor centurieslong historical cycles. History is filled with repetitious economic, political, social, and demographic patterns—it tends to repeat itself. [Source: International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies; Long-Wave Theory]
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https://concepts.sagepub.com/social-science/concept/long-wave_theory
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