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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Instead, its enduring appeal has always been its effervescent scene found in winding laneways, blockbuster art galleries, and innovative kitchens. Chloe Sachdev, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Nov. 2024 These casual and trendy shoes have an enduring appeal that never goes out of style, evolving into shorter versions that are all the rage. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024 And many of the songs that made the setlist were included on that album, including a sizable swath of the standards that predate her most enduring contribution to that list of standards. Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 16 Nov. 2024 The Jennings Creek Wildfire — the cause of which remains under investigation — is just one in a series of urban brush and wildfires fueled by the enduring drought that has been plaguing much of the northeast. Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 16 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for enduring 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 3 Dec. 2024.

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