time tested

/ˈtaɪmˌtɛstɪd/
adjective
  1. Proven to be effective, reliable, or true through long experience or use over time.
    • Many investors prefer time-tested strategies rather than risky new trends.
    • My grandmother's time-tested recipe for apple pie is always a hit at family gatherings.
    • The company still uses time-tested methods for making their handmade furniture.
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