The phrase "longtime dream" refers to a desire or goal that someone has had for a very long time. It is something they have wished for or wanted for a significant period. Full definition
Working with special - needs kids and writing a book have fulfilled Wu's longtime dreams of writing and helping others, she said. (chicagotribune.com)
Just like that, the late artist and philanthropist Linda Pace's longtime dream of constructing an exhibition space for her world - class contemporary art collection took a big leap closer to reality. (expressnews.com)
The law was a team effort and a longtime dream of House Speaker Paul Ryan and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. (businessinsider.com)