stand the test of time

idiom

: 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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These did not stand the test of time for me with the implication that God controls everything that happens. —

Walt Shelton, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 Essential yet elevated, it’s designed to stand the test of time. —

Chris Dorsey, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 Today, the best polo belts are still made in Argentina, hand-stitched with precision and made from highest-quality leathers built to stand the test of time. —

Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2024 With rich colors, handcrafted details and a versatile 12 gauge weight, they're designed with a hint of stretch and meant to stand the test of time. —

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