Sentence examples similar to long held question from inspiring English sources

In 2001, a 'debate' on the future of the NHS took off - with its founding principles, so long held almost sacrosanct, being publicly questioned for the first time.

This study highlights a long-held question in germ cell research: what is the biological significance of intercellular connection?

Though he held long question-and-answer sessions with aides, they frequently did not know his decision until he delivered his vote on the floor.The contrast with Mr Bush is instructive.

Lax security at Los Alamos has become a major issue in Congress, and lawmakers have repeatedly questioned Mr. Richardson about whether he would hold the University of California accountable and end its long hold on the laboratory contract.

"So you have to ask, 'Why has it taken so long to hold a bank accountable?' " A good question.

Long before many Americans, Michelle Obama was seduced by his mind, his charm, his promise of social transformation; long before he held national office, she questioned whether he really could deliver on all his earnest pledges.

The long-debated question "Who holds the national collection of photography?" is now answered (Report, 2 February).

Perhaps a pause held long enough will curdle the question sent, each second ratcheting up the disdain he has for the inquiry.

The history of medicine is crowded with flawed notions held long after clear evidence not only questioned their validity but proved they were erroneous.

Do bonds have the longest hold time?

Politicians have long avoided the question.