stand the test of time...What does it mean ?
I read this sentence today but I could not get its meaning.

" She thinks that Whitney’s signature song, “I Will Always Love You,” will stand the test of time. " What does " stand the test of time" mean ?
Anyone help ? Thank you in advance.

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stand the test of time...What does it mean ?
I read this sentence today but I could not get its meaning.

" She thinks that Whitney’s signature song, “I Will Always Love You,” will stand   the test of time. " What does " stand the test of time" mean ?
Anyone help ? Thank you in advance.

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It remains popular or respected for a long time.



We cannot sure about that song will be popular for ever but 'I think it will stand the test of time.'



After years if the song is still popular, we will say 'it has stood the test of time.'

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"The test of time" also suggests that Time is a personification because it can provide the test to prove whether or not something, or some idea, is worthy enough for succeeding generations to also value.

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Another way of saying it is, "the song will endure."