long
time
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(of a thing) having existed or been in use for a significant period of time
- Our family's longtime tradition of gathering every Sunday remains intact.
- The software’s longtime version is still popular, despite newer updates being available.
- The organization honored its longtime volunteers with a special recognition ceremony.
- The museum finally decided to retire its longtime exhibit after decades of display.
- Their longtime partnership in business has been highly successful.
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referring to a person who has held a role, position, or relationship for an extended period of time
- She is a longtime member of the faculty, having taught at the university for over three decades.
- Our longtime family doctor retired after serving the community for over 40 years.
- The company's CEO is a longtime advocate for environmental sustainability.
- His longtime rival eventually became one of his closest friends.
- He finally retired alongside his longtime colleague after decades of working together.
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