long-standing

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The findings, published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, offer a possible solution to a long-standing paleontological mystery.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

"The study demonstrates how combining geological analysis with computer modeling can help resolve long-standing questions about how Stonehenge was built."

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

At the weekend, the International Sports Press Association complained about "a long-standing and unacceptable problem for us journalists - the denial of entry visas to regularly accredited colleagues".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

China's leader Xi Jinping is visiting long-standing ally North Korea for the first time in nearly seven years, state media report.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Chief Buthelezi was one of the first people I telephoned after my release to thank him for his long-standing support.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela