long-standing
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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The discovery challenges long-standing assumptions about how the eye functions and could eventually lead to new approaches for treating serious conditions that cause blindness.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026
In fact, some of America’s long-standing allies have already started straddling.
From Slate ● Oct. 8, 2026
These are referred to as “common law” claims that are long-standing and traditional but do not rely on a measure approved by the Legislature.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
The latest guidance upgrade, combined with personalization revenues ahead of plan, reinforces Ferrari’s long-standing track record of exceeding guidance and achieving strategic targets ahead of schedule, he adds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
I’m a former field hockey goalie, long-standing member of the Save-the-Manatee Foundation, rare attendant at the Greek Orthodox liturgy, and, for most of my adult life, an employee of the U.S.
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
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