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.

Examples of stand the test of time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There is a 25-year warranty to the Cuisinox Roma, so suffice to say the brand has confidence that this moka pot will stand the test of time. —Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 10 Oct. 2025

With Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days savings just hours away, now’s the time to upgrade your travel arsenal with quality luggage that will stand the test of time. —Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025

Levi's 312 Shaping Slim Jeans Jean trends may come and go, but there are some styles that stand the test of time. —Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2025

Paint industry experts share their top picks for kitchen color schemes that will stand the test of time. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Sep. 2025

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