time-honored

especially British, time-hon·oured

[tahym-on-erd]

adjective

1. revered or respected because of antiquity and long continuance.

   a time-honored custom.

Word History and Origins

Origin of time-honored¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

The neon signs, which include protest language and adapt time-honored slogans, are formatted as storefront installations and signs for lawns and demonstrations.

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There are versions of time-honored classics like key lime and strawberry rhubarb crumble, and a swoon-worthy peaches and cream combo.

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The Los Angeles Times is excited to introduce the Class of 2025 summer interns, continuing a time-honored tradition of training the next generation of multimedia journalists.

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Visiting the White House is a time-honored tradition — a sign of respect for the institution of the presidency, not a blanket endorsement of any president’s politics.

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And it makes it hard for people elsewhere who are struggling just to get by to follow the time-honored path of relocating toward greater opportunity.

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Related Words

• classical 
• conventional 
• customary 
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• usual