stand the test of time
idiom
: to continue to be important, respected, etc., for a long period of time
Great art/literature/music can stand the test of time.
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Its flagship products stand the test of time—thanks to enameled cast iron that heats evenly and consistently—and resists chipping.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2025
These singular recipes satisfy our families and stand the test of time.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 4 Dec. 2025
Its flagship products stand the test of time—thanks to enameled cast iron that heats evenly and consistently—and resists chipping.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Nov. 2025
These tests, and many others like them, ensure that joints, hinges, springs, and other components can stand the test of time.
—New Atlas, 29 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stand the test of time
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“Stand the test of time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stand%20the%20test%20of%20time. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.
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