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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Such sentiments are hard to capture in polls but Harris’s enduring avoidance, or, perhaps, lack of imagination, may have dampened much of the enthusiasm about her campaign among many liberal voters. Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024 Eugenio Martín's thrill ride has an enduring wit, not to mention a bloodlust to match that of Jason Voorhees or Michael Myers. Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024 Rather than fixating on immediate or short-term gains, consider building an enduring legacy through thoughtful decisions prioritizing employee well-being, leadership development, and a strong internal culture where team members can easily envision themselves growing within the company. Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024 The wider question is whether the longstanding principles of the border-free Schengen Area can survive an enduring era of rising migration and populist subversion. Rob Picheta, CNN, 20 Oct. 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 14 Nov. 2024.

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