How to Use stand the test of time in a Sentence
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Next time spring cleaning rolls around, these are the pieces that will stand the test of time.
—Gaby Keiderling, Vogue, 18 Nov. 2023
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There are friends, but then there are friends that stand the test of time and that stand by your side.
—Emily Burack, Town & Country, 3 May 2022
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The couple want to bring back some of the features that helped Aida stand the test of time.
—Amanda Yeager, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2024
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From the outside, the burgeoning farm had the makeup of one that could stand the test of time.
—Eliza Milio, TIME, 16 Apr. 2024
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In spite of its legacy, the original tree couldn’t stand the test of time.
—Tiana Woodard, BostonGlobe.com, 8 July 2023
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The full story is about building a business that will stand the test of time.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2023
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These are great deals on wardrobe essentials that will stand the test of time.
—Nicola Fumo, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2023
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The sturdy aluminum base should also stand the test of time.
—Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
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These pieces are design-forward, yes, but will still stand the test of time.
—Sarah Madaus, Town & Country, 4 Aug. 2023
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Think of what movie will stand the test of time and vote accordingly.
—Glenn Whippcolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2023
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It’s made of high-quality metal that will stand the test of time.
—Anabelle Weissinger, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2023
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Here, the consistency and construct of the sandwich stand the test of time.
—Ximena N. Beltran Quan Kiu, Bon Appétit, 16 June 2023
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First of all, a tie is sort of something that is not classic on a woman and won’t stand the test of time.
—Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 5 Mar. 2024
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The pair met when Underwood was 16, which sparked a deep friendship that would stand the test of time for 43 years.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 26 June 2023
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There are ways to install long-lasting features that will stand the test of time.
—oregonlive, 3 Feb. 2023
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In May of 2012, a panel was convened to debate whether the work of Christopher Hitchens would stand the test of time.
—David Amsden, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2024
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Mustard’s production and the chorus will stand the test of time.
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 14 May 2024
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Many of the insider jokes that tumble out of Chris’ mouth are too timely to stand the test of time.
—Courtney Howard, Variety, 9 Feb. 2023
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There are many ways to end a series, but the ones that stand the test of time are the ones that feel the most honest to the show that's coming to an end.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 3 May 2024
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In most markets, Uhles said, a few high-caliber malls can stand the test of time.
—Corina Vanek, The Arizona Republic, 30 Apr. 2023
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Instead, invest in pieces that will stand the test of time and continue to shine.
—Daisy Melamed Sanders, ELLE, 13 July 2023
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The durable silicone is gentle on your skin, but will also stand the test of time.
—Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 14 Dec. 2022
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This 1997 film’s premise does not stand the test of time, but Fraser’s performance in this odd film sure does.
—Dan Heching, CNN, 24 Jan. 2023
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As boho fashion nods to vintage eras, there’s a huge chance that boho pieces can stand the test of time.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2024
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Raven Baxter is proof that a show about a Black girl can be relatable to a large audience and stand the test of time.
—Liv Facey, refinery29.com, 19 Jan. 2023
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Easy to maintain and clean, this durable stainless steel pet grooming bathtub is designed to stand the test of time.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 15 June 2023
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But Federer’s tennis career will stand the test of time as well.
—Dan Wolken, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2022
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In a world where trends come and go, only a handful of accessories continue to stand the test of time.
—Dania Lucero Ortiz, Town & Country, 11 Aug. 2023
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The way the offensive pendulum has shifted, his numbers could stand the test of time.
—David Moore, Dallas News, 15 Mar. 2023
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So by studying the rules and patterns of this matrix, Heisenberg guaranteed that his work would stand the test of time.
—Quanta Magazine, 23 May 2024
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