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existing and respected for a long time
time-honored traditions
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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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While many of us love experimenting with innovative culinary techniques, the latest kitchen appliances, and novel ingredients, sometimes nothing beats tried-and-true methods, dependable go-tos that worked for grandma—and still hold their own.—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
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An InStyle writer shares her tried-and-true fragrance layering formulas, with insight on how to layer from a perfumer.—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
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The States has never been a traditional soccer-loving country, but Tuesday’s turnout provided more evidence there is a committed and passionate fanbase there.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Guests can choose from traditional rooms or spacious one- or two-bedroom suites, some of which have balconies and two-way gas fireplaces.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The crisp, ultra-cold Vesper paired with the richness of caviar creates a luxurious contrast that feels timeless and indulgent.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Paired with a spacious carryall tote and comfortable walking shoes, these five pieces create a streamlined travel uniform that feels modern, timeless, and undeniably chic.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
13 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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