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

Much like the 1940s film-noir classic of the same name, the Maltese Falcon has stood the test of time. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

As a director who built his movies to stand the test of time and continue yielding new questions and debates, Kubrick would be proud. — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026

The designer jeans all feature classic five-pocket construction, making these styles versatile in your current wardrobe while also standing the test of time and trends. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Oct. 2026

Jeezy has become synonymous with his Snowman branding, which has stood the test of time for more than two decades. — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 29 Sep. 2026

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