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Definitions

long-standing

ADJECTIVE
existing for some time
Synonyms
WEAK
abiding durable enduring established fixed lasting long-established long-lasting long-lived traditional

Example Sentences

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This idea helps resolve a long-standing paradox in evolutionary science.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

In a long-standing rumor, Sid and Marty were said to be fifth-generation puppeteers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Fawad Razaqzada, a market analyst at Forex.com, said: "The fundamental issue remains trust — or rather, the lack of it — between two long-standing adversaries who still appear some distance from common ground."

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

In March, the Christian-based movement updated its long-standing policy on receiving blood.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Sharing Thanksgiving with Rabia’s family is our long-standing American tradition.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan