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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Hair trends come and go each season, but there's a set of cuts that have stood the test of time.
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Krista Carter, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Our core strategy has to be something that stands the test of time.
—Christopher Dilella, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Along the way, there were plenty of great memories that will likely stand the test of time.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Instead of following trends, choose a neutral color palette and invest in quality hardware and lighting that will stand the test of time.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
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Krista Carter, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Our core strategy has to be something that stands the test of time.
—Christopher Dilella, CNBC, 26 Jan. 2026
Along the way, there were plenty of great memories that will likely stand the test of time.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 Jan. 2026
Instead of following trends, choose a neutral color palette and invest in quality hardware and lighting that will stand the test of time.
—Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
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