as in endurance
great physical or mental strength that allows you to continue doing something for a long time
Do you have the stamina to finish the job?
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Recent Examples of stamina
The perseverance required to work through technical challenges taught me resilience, while long rehearsals built stamina and discipline.
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
In turbulent times, Europe needs someone with stamina.
—Margrethe Vestager, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Curry is 38 and is trying to regain his stamina after missing over two months with runner’s knee.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
Small, repeatable choices will strengthen your stamina.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
In turbulent times, Europe needs someone with stamina.
—Margrethe Vestager, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Curry is 38 and is trying to regain his stamina after missing over two months with runner’s knee.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026
Small, repeatable choices will strengthen your stamina.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stamina
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Elkann, a keen offshore sailor himself, says Hypersail follows in the footsteps of Ferrari’s passion for endurance, drawing inspiration from the Ferrari 499P hypercar, which has won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans three years in a row since the team’s return to endurance racing in 2023.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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And these races do more than test endurance.—
Michelle Sinclair Colman,
Curbed,
7 May 2026
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No Wolves player scored more than 12 points on a night the Spurs’ swarming defense created too much havoc too allow Minnesota to exploit its advantages in size and strength.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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While other safeties have had success with that small frame, the Dolphins must learn if Taaffe has the strength and tackling ability to bring opponents down consistently as the team’s last line of defense on just about every single play.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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Renewable energy Iggo is also keen on renewable energy, citing a recovery in stocks this year, driven by the massive demand for electricity coming from the AI trade, as well as the conflict in the Middle East.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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As the Moon in Scorpio trines Jupiter from your 2nd House of Resources, confidence builds around what’s actually worth your time, energy, and attention.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The medication can help strengthen the floor-of-mouth muscles, keeping the dog’s airway more open.—
Taneia Surles,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
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For persistent symptoms, more advanced therapies are also available, including Botox injections into the bladder muscle and neuromodulation, which targets the nerves that control bladder function.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
1 May 2026
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“Stamina.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stamina. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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