long-standing

adjective

long-stand·ing ˈlȯŋ-ˈstan-diŋ

: of long duration

a long-standing dispute

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However, the collapse of Assad's regime is also seen as an opening to disrupt Iran's long-standing arms supply route through Syria to Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group. —

Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 Christmas Cacti Giving Christmas cacti as a holiday gift has been a long-standing tradition. —

Jackie Nance-Sons, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 Technology Still Has Its Place And while many generations prioritize sending Christmas cards, that doesn't mean technology doesn't play a role in the long-standing holiday tradition. —

Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024 The festival also presented Objectifs with the Outstanding Contribution to Southeast Asian Cinema award, recognising the non-profit visual arts centre’s long-standing efforts in fostering the appreciation of photography and film across the region. —

Sara Merican, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for long-standing