stand the test of time

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: to continue to be important, respected, etc., for a long period of time
Great art/literature/music can stand the test of time.

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The movies did such an amazing job at standing the test of time. — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 7 July 2026 Nothing has stood the test of time quite like the excitement for a three-day weekend. — Zach Dean Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 This chair is made to stand the test of time, thanks to a sturdy contract-grade wood frame that’s been tested for structural integrity and no-sag springs that help prevent sagging. — Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026 By opting to leave the Los Angeles Lakers and become a free agent, James can now achieve another accomplishment that could stand the test of time. — Tim Casey, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for stand the test of time

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“Stand the test of time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stand%20the%20test%20of%20time. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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