tried-and-true

Example Sentences

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While superconducting is seen as a tried-and-true method that leverages standard semiconductor manufacturing, neutral atoms are rapidly gaining traction as a promising alternative.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

“Forgetting was a tried-and-true way for sheep to get over their sorrows,” Swann observes in her book.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

And the top gifting categories do remain the tried-and-true ones, according to the NRF — namely, candy, greeting cards, flowers, jewelry and treating your loved one to an evening out.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 13, 2026

It seems to me no coincidence that Schwarzenegger, who arrived as a political novelty, was replaced by Jerry Brown, who was as politically tried-and-true as they come.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026

Sometimes kids used MSN Messenger to connect, but mostly we used the tried-and-true, the one and only, the magical portal that was AOL Instant Messenger.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi