staying power
noun
: capacity for continuing (as in existence, influence, or popularity) without weakening
Examples of staying power in a Sentence
a long-distance runner with a lot of staying power
a song with staying power
Her staying power as a pop icon is remarkable.
Recent Examples on the Web
Although incumbents have particular staying power in Iowa, Trump has a track record of ending the careers of those who cross him.
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Jill Colvin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Months later, this season’s standout contestants have retained their cultural staying power.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
That’s a rare accomplishment, especially for hip-hop musicians, and Cole is surely celebrating the incredible staying power of what may be his most famous full-length.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Best Foundations for Mature Skin Finding the perfect foundation for mature skin means prioritizing hydration, lightweight coverage and staying power.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 26 Nov. 2024
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Jill Colvin, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Months later, this season’s standout contestants have retained their cultural staying power.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
That’s a rare accomplishment, especially for hip-hop musicians, and Cole is surely celebrating the incredible staying power of what may be his most famous full-length.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Best Foundations for Mature Skin Finding the perfect foundation for mature skin means prioritizing hydration, lightweight coverage and staying power.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 26 Nov. 2024
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staying%20power. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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