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.
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The sun’s shape and golden color are important parts of the brand’s aesthetics, especially for the newest scent, which is the most intense, long-lasting Wanted fragrance.
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Jennifer Weil, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025
But their hopes in the agreement were broader and more long-lasting.
—Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
However, in some cases, such as capturing and restraining a wild animal to relocate it, workers use tranquilizers or sedatives to make the animal sleepy, or cover its eyes and ears to reduce fear and prevent long-lasting problems.
—Rachel Blaser, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
Combustion cars are still being perceived like a Chrono watch -- much more long-lasting.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2025
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Jennifer Weil, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025
But their hopes in the agreement were broader and more long-lasting.
—Ben Pickman, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
However, in some cases, such as capturing and restraining a wild animal to relocate it, workers use tranquilizers or sedatives to make the animal sleepy, or cover its eyes and ears to reduce fear and prevent long-lasting problems.
—Rachel Blaser, The Conversation, 24 Feb. 2025
Combustion cars are still being perceived like a Chrono watch -- much more long-lasting.
—Morgan Korn, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for long-lasting
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“Long-lasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-lasting. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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