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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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, continuity and clarity.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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On that note, Run-A-Muck will also serve the market by helping brands tap into cultural relevance and continuity.Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024
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The partnership includes the continuation of BlueHalo’s sponsorship of the Capitals’ annual Military Night game.Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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Provisional data for the first quarter of 2024 shows a continuation of this trend.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
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But the leaner the budget, the more critical brand consistency becomes.Shanna Apitz, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Inconsistent lighting and shadows: Pay attention to lighting, as doctored videos often struggle to maintain consistency, especially if material from different sources has been combined.Russ Wiles, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
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This is the second recall of Ram trucks since September, when Stellantis recalled more than 1.2 million Ram 1500 pickups over a software issue that also disabled the vehicles electronic stability control system.Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 30 Oct. 2024
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These cratons have had long-term stability and have remained largely unchanged for millions of years.Devika Rao, theweek, 30 Oct. 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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Those roasted include the suburban fixation on uniformity, the capriciousness of the media and the negligence and all-around laziness of law enforcement.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Oct. 2024
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TikTok is packed with testimonials from users who swear by meal uniformity, whether that means sticking to a specific lunch or cycling through the same menu daily.Korin Miller, Health, 19 Sep. 2024
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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