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existing and respected for a long time
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Recent Examples of time-honored
In addition, the measure would have significant negative economic impact on the Northern Colorado region, potentially diminish cherished and time-honored campus traditions, and erode the public safety infrastructure the campus has put in place to support students and the broader community.
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Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Within the grand, great adventure that is Lonesome Dove, all manner of time-honored, stock Westerners roam.
—Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
During production at Malvern Manor, every encounter was captured live using a blend of modern and time-honored ghost-hunting methods—alongside various divination techniques.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
In short, film fans can look forward to a rich assortment of new and time-honored cinematic stories this fall.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2025
More news: Former Mets Outfielder Doesn't Love Juan Soto's $765 Million Contract
The tradition of a player presenting a gift to a new teammate in exchange for a jersey number is time-honored in baseball.
—Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
Also, while the filtration process is inventive, the ingredients and traditional harvesting and fermentation methods are time-honored.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2025
From next-gen tech and time-honored tools to display-worthy indulgences designed to set all of the senses at ease, here are 27 of the best wellness gifts that will guarantee those on your list start the New Year off on a healthy, happy note.
—Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
Maneuvering to face the candidate believed to be easiest to defeat in the general election is a time-honored, if disputed, campaign tactic.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026
Within the grand, great adventure that is Lonesome Dove, all manner of time-honored, stock Westerners roam.
—Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
During production at Malvern Manor, every encounter was captured live using a blend of modern and time-honored ghost-hunting methods—alongside various divination techniques.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
In short, film fans can look forward to a rich assortment of new and time-honored cinematic stories this fall.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 4 Sep. 2025
More news: Former Mets Outfielder Doesn't Love Juan Soto's $765 Million Contract
The tradition of a player presenting a gift to a new teammate in exchange for a jersey number is time-honored in baseball.
—Newsweek, 20 Feb. 2025
Also, while the filtration process is inventive, the ingredients and traditional harvesting and fermentation methods are time-honored.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Feb. 2025
From next-gen tech and time-honored tools to display-worthy indulgences designed to set all of the senses at ease, here are 27 of the best wellness gifts that will guarantee those on your list start the New Year off on a healthy, happy note.
—Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
Maneuvering to face the candidate believed to be easiest to defeat in the general election is a time-honored, if disputed, campaign tactic.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for time-honored
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Candles are a tried and true method for keeping a strong counter scent wafting through the bathroom.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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And if those ideas still feel a little too involved, reach for a shimmery top coat for tried and true sparkle.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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Valentini was a top prospect through minor hockey who decided to take the tried-and-true Chicago Steel to Michigan Wolverines path before CHL eligibility opened up.—
Scott Wheeler,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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The new trailer looks to give campers a little more backcountry muscle and versatility combined with Oliver's tried-and-true double-hull construction.—
C.C. Weiss
May 30,
New Atlas,
30 May 2026
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Launched in Taiwan last month to the sound of drums and a traditional lion dance, the 21,000-ton civilian vessel connects the northern Taiwan port of Keelung with the island of Ishigaki, in southwestern Japan’s idyllic Okinawa prefecture.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
3 June 2026
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At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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This British kitchen does an excellent job of mixing muted gray, white, and black for a timeless design that goes well with the home's vintage architecture.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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Its twist-front detail adds a little visual interest and yet still feels timeless.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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It's been an age-old question among plug-in hybrid drivers, with some urgency around it given the recent spikes in fuel and energy prices.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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The famed Bitcoin paper by the pseudonymous author Satoshi Nakamoto in 2008 resurrected age-old questions about the value of money, its proper role, and what properties define it.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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