endurance
noun
en·dur·ance
in-ˈdu̇r-ən(t)s 
-ˈdyu̇r-,
en-
1
: the ability to withstand hardship or adversity
especially
: the ability to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity
a marathon runner's endurance
2
: the act or an instance of enduring or suffering
endurance of many hardships
3
: permanence, duration
the endurance of the play's importance
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Examples of endurance in a Sentence
The exercise program is designed to increase both strength and endurance.
the endurance of his love for his wife was not arrested even by her death
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In 2024, the team of Aaron Christensen, Taylor Bunke and Boe Bunke won the endurance race just over 8 hours, 41 minutes, giving manufacturer Polaris its 33rd victory.
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Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 2 Jan. 2025
Elliot Lee’s endurance levels are almost as impressive as his tally of ten league goals, including an Olympico at Burton Albion, scored largely from midfield in 2024.
—Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Studies have shown that air temperatures between 50 and 55 degrees Fahrenheit (F) (equal to 10 to 13 degrees Celsius) are optimal for endurance sports.2
Exercising in the cold may also increase your metabolism.
—Emily Brown, Mph, Verywell Health, 28 Dec. 2024
Viewers on Instagram have flooded the comments section with their awe at the small-sized dog's endurance and determination to keep up with his owners in difficult terrain.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 2 Jan. 2025
Elliot Lee’s endurance levels are almost as impressive as his tally of ten league goals, including an Olympico at Burton Albion, scored largely from midfield in 2024.
—Richard Sutcliffe, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Studies have shown that air temperatures between 50 and 55 degrees Fahrenheit (F) (equal to 10 to 13 degrees Celsius) are optimal for endurance sports.2
Exercising in the cold may also increase your metabolism.
—Emily Brown, Mph, Verywell Health, 28 Dec. 2024
Viewers on Instagram have flooded the comments section with their awe at the small-sized dog's endurance and determination to keep up with his owners in difficult terrain.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Endurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endurance. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
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endurance
noun
en·dur·ance
in-ˈd(y)u̇r-ən(t)s
1
: the quality of lasting or of being permanent
2
: the ability to withstand hardship, adversity, or stress
athletes need to develop endurance
3
: suffering sense 1
endurance of many hardships
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