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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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Linen is a tried and true classic for warmer weather, thanks to its softness and breathability — and with spring in full swing, now is the time to stock up on lightweight linen clothing.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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Weber’s original charcoal grill is a tried and true staple that’s been a barbecue favorite for decades.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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From my tried-and-true tactics (getting 10,000 daily steps, running, doing Pilates, not snacking after dinner) to emerging advice (lifting heavier weights, eating all the protein), each fresh burst of motivation only leaves me more deflated.—
Petra Guglielmetti,
Glamour,
16 Apr. 2026
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Tap into your network Reaching out to friends and business connections to find employees is a tried-and-true strategy.—
Kat Boogaard,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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That strategy emphasized heavy diversification into illiquid alternative assets — such as private equity, venture capital and real estate — over traditional stocks and bonds.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, unlike traditional bleaching which tends to give fabrics a flat look, Zero allows marbling.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2026
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On the toy's 40th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie explores how making history come alive is also creating timeless bonds between generations that celebrate girlhood.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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From Echoes of the Nile, there is a deeper connection to history, earth, mineral tones, and timeless cultural references, something more soulful and atmospheric.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
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That signature crispy, crunchy crunch paired with a soft, fluffy interior is an age-old culinary creation that’s always worth celebrating.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2026
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Adapted from Charles Frazier’s book, Minghella’s film takes an age-old story and updates it for a new generation while paying homage to the costume dramas that paved its way.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
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