enduring

adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce enduring (audio)
-ˈdyu̇r-,
en-
: lasting, durable
an enduring truth
enduringly adverb
enduringness noun

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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In relationships, however, there’s an enduring notion that partners should always love each other, no matter what. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025 More to Read Still Deco after all these years: Robert Landau’s L.A. images showcase the enduring style May 7, 2025 Getting a filling — at the mall. Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2025 Yet, bouclé fabric, with its looped yarn and textured feel, emerges as an enduring enigma. Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2025 This means more enduring demand in its Electrical Americas, Electrical Global, and Aerospace segments. Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enduring was in the 15th century

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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enduring. Accessed 24 May. 2025.

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