Definition
历来 (lì lái) means 'always, consistently' with a focus on a long historical period or tradition. It is more formal and historical than 向来 and 一向, which often describe personal habits up to now; 始终 means 'from beginning to end' (a specific process).
adverb
alwaysconsistently (throughout history or a long period)
Examples
- 历来。Zhège dìqū lì lái qìhòu wēnnuǎn.This region has always had a warm climate.
- 历来。Tāmen lì lái zūnshǒu yuēdìng.They have always kept their promises.
- 历来。lì lái jiānchí chuántǒng bù róngyì.It is not easy to always adhere to tradition.
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