long-standing

adjective

long-stand·​ing ˈlȯŋ-ˈstan-diŋ How to pronounce long-standing (audio)
: of long duration
a long-standing dispute

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Sophia’s long-standing area of focus is in guiding organizations on how to balance immediate financial goals with sustainability and ESG governance for long-term business viability. Sophia Mendelsohn, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025 Miami Hurricanes fans know Ward as the exciting star who broke long-standing UM passing records including 39 touchdowns last season. Greg Cote, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025 The chemistry between the cast is expected to feel effortlessly authentic, as Kardashian and Anthony share a long-standing real-life friendship. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Apr. 2025 Thug was released from prison in Oct. 2024 after pleading guilty in his long-standing RICO case. Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for long-standing

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First Known Use

1655, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of long-standing was in 1655

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“Long-standing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-standing. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.

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long-standing

adjective
long-stand·​ing
ˈlȯŋ-ˈstan-diŋ
: of long duration
a long-standing dispute

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