been around

1. Been present or active; especially, gained experience or sophistication. For example, This book isn't new; it's been around for many years, or This strategy won't fool Bill; he's been around. [First half of 1900s] Also see get around.

Example Sentences

Lisa Morton, an author, screenwriter and Halloween historian, told MarthaStewart.com that apple bobbing “has been around since at least the 14th century, when an illuminated manuscript called ‘The Luttrell Psalter’ depicted it in a drawing.”

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“It’s an appreciation of classic dishes that have been around for centuries,” he says.

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“A lot of these creators have established channels. They’ve been around for a decade and have just a really engaged community.”

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It has been around for much longer than you and has a pretty good track record.

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Morgan-founded Metropolitan Club, have been around for over a century.

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• accomplished 
• capable 
• competent 
• mature 
• professional 
• qualified 
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• skillful 
• sophisticated 
• trained www.thesaurus.com
• veteran 
• wise