long-standing

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Andrew Zimbalist, professor of economics at Smith College, who has been a critic of the Olympic movement in the past, questioned why the city would seek to replace Wasserman given his connections and long-standing work on the Games.

From Los Angeles Times

Thousands flock to the Jogokariyan mosque in Indonesia's Yogyakarta for free meals during Ramadan, as it continues a long-standing programme powered by donations and volunteers who cook the food in their homes.

From Barron's

Labour campaigners insist their organisational strength and long-standing presence may still prove decisive on Thursday.

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The company claims long-standing experience in the Middle East and in Africa, where it has carried out anti-piracy operations, notably in Nigeria and the Indian Ocean.

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Ka Ying Rising, ridden by Zac Purton, stormed to his 18th win in a row on Sunday to break the long-standing Hong Kong record of Silent Witness.

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