been around

phrase

: gone through many varied experiences : become worldly-wise
He knows what he's talking about; he's been around.

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Pasta salad is always a must at the potluck, and this one has been around for a very long time. — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 2 July 2026 Sauced, which has been around since 2020, has built a faithful following in the Crossroads. — Jenna Thompson july 3, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026 The Slushi has been around for a couple years, and its popularity remains high (perhaps only to be outdone by the brand’s Creami). — Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 July 2026 Before Brown invented the Steadicam, about the only way to create a smooth moving shot on a film was to use a dolly, a technology that had been around since the early days of filmmaking but required heavy track that could only be laid so far. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for been around

Word History

First Known Use

1872, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of been around was in 1872

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“Been around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/been%20around. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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