long-standing
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"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
Jones said the lack of research on female athletes has been a long-standing issue, which encouraged her to take part in the study.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
Tourette's campaigner John Davidson has cut his hours at his long-standing job as a community centre caretaker to make time for his growing international fame.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
According to the team, both taste preferences and long-standing habits may drive the urge to add salt.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
Despite his fragile physical and mental health, William still had an unequaled breadth of cryptographic experience, as well as close and long-standing friendships with key people in European intelligence circles.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
