long-lasting

adjective

: existing or continuing for a long time
a book that has long-lasting significance
The trip had a long-lasting effect on me.

Examples of long-lasting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Some people experience long-lasting relief after that, while others may need continued treatment. Amanda MacMillan, Health, 7 May 2024 Modernize’s mission is to help professionals grow their business while forging quality, long-lasting relationships with homeowners. Modernize, Miami Herald, 7 May 2024 The scent is strong and long-lasting—perfect for wearing day into night. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 6 May 2024 Shop for curtains in a performance or outdoor fabric to ensure long-lasting quality. Abby Wolner, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 May 2024 Sure, some of the stops were a bit kitschy, and a few selfie sticks will almost certainly always be present on group trips these days, but the long-lasting memories of journeying into the vastness of a place offer far bigger payoff. Vicki Denig, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 May 2024 The best-selling concealer delivers on the trifecta of buildable coverage, smooth application, and long-lasting wear. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 3 May 2024 These high-quality, long-lasting kicks are also easy to clean and come in a wide variety of fun colors. Jessica Booth, Parents, 3 May 2024 In Siegel's view, the company mistook the fleeting pandemic-era demand for transformative growth that would be long-lasting. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 3 May 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'long-lasting.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Dictionary Entries Near long-lasting

Cite this Entry

“Long-lasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-lasting. Accessed 10 May. 2024.

More from Merriam-Webster on long-lasting

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!