She formed many lasting 'friendships' [=she made and kept many friends] during her time in college.
They have a long-standing 'friendship'. [=they have been friends for a long time]
He was encouraged by the 'friendship' his coworkers showed him.
(..) (neighs) (chuckles) Well, Homer, you think this will be one of those vacations where the friendship we made will last forever or start eroding the minute we enter our cars? Flanders, like all friendships between men, (..)2016 TvShow: The Simpsons Title: Fland Canyon Season: 27 Episode 19