stand the test of time

phrase

: to continue to be important, respected, etc., for a long period of time

Great art/literature/music can stand the test of time.

Examples of stand the test of time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead, choosing materials, colors, and finishes that will stand the test of time is always a good idea. — Nomita Vaish-Taylor, The Spruce, 13 July 2026

So, not a whole lot of epic gunfights for this Western, a rarity in the genre, but there’s a reason the property has stood the test of time. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Third, attempts to rewrite history to put only a good light on our past will never stand the test of time. — Tara Sonenshine, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2026

While the options for treating hair loss and spurring growth seem to be growing at a fast pace, there’s only one that has stood the test of time. — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 9 July 2026

Rhymes for stand the test of time

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