as in continuity
lasting or constant existence
Returning home between his travels gave him a sense of stability and permanence. All of the inks were tested for permanence on various surfaces.
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Recent Examples of permanence
There was only one problem: The family’s current home had already sold, and with their new yen for permanence, the Burtons were also through living in an active construction site.
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Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2024
Meanwhile, throughout Alys Beach an extensive network of pathways, green spaces, and shared amenities contribute to the sense of community and permanence, which is underscored by the fact that fewer than 20 percent of homeowners list their homes as vacation rental properties.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
In considering these concessions, the United States should keep in mind their degree of permanence and their impact on the U.S. strategic position in the region.
—Victor Cha, Foreign Affairs, 1 June 2018
But his thesis centers on the idea that growth and innovation of the magnitude and permanence witnessed since the Industrial Revolution cannot be explained by economic or institutional factors alone.
—Peer Vries, Foreign Affairs, 8 Dec. 2016
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Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2024
Meanwhile, throughout Alys Beach an extensive network of pathways, green spaces, and shared amenities contribute to the sense of community and permanence, which is underscored by the fact that fewer than 20 percent of homeowners list their homes as vacation rental properties.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
In considering these concessions, the United States should keep in mind their degree of permanence and their impact on the U.S. strategic position in the region.
—Victor Cha, Foreign Affairs, 1 June 2018
But his thesis centers on the idea that growth and innovation of the magnitude and permanence witnessed since the Industrial Revolution cannot be explained by economic or institutional factors alone.
—Peer Vries, Foreign Affairs, 8 Dec. 2016
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
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This interview has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Under President Harris, that would probably mean continuity with the Biden administration policies that have become much more restrictive over time.New York Times, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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But Minnesota’s conveyor belt continues to move along at safety, and their continuation at the position has been key to the four-game winning streak the Gophers take into Saturday’s game at Rutgers in Piscataway, N.J.Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2024
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If approved, the measure would extend a sales tax to support highways, roads and bus routes across the Valley. Proposition 479, formerly known as Prop. 400, would oversee the continuation of an existing dedicated half-cent sales tax in Maricopa County to fund transportation.Coleby Phillips, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
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The approach helps ensure data consistency and accuracy while reducing the risk of human error.Forbes, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Davis showed flashes of being a guard who can put pressure on the rim, but struggled with consistency.Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 4 Nov. 2024
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Testers also praised the stability provided by the mid-stiff, high-grade poplar core, which is reinforced by nose-to-tail carbon stringers.Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Strength training, such as lifting weights, helps with stability and flexibility, which reduces the risk of falling.Jianying Zhang, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
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The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawing slavery–except in one instance–further gave Louisiana and other states a legal opening for the continuance of slave labor.Chadd Scott, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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The big picture: The block party's continuance comes as Salt Lake City's indie music scene grows.Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 4 Sep. 2024
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Building standards across the region lack uniformity and are generally subjective and uncontrolled.Farah Nibbs, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2024
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Ultimately, the company believes this will result in more uniformity in fruit and result in less waste.New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2024
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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