as in ability
the quality or trait that allows someone or something to continue to be effective, successful, popular, etc., for a long period of time
a long-distance runner with a lot of staying power a song with staying power Her staying power as a pop icon is remarkable.
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Recent Examples of staying power
With a rotation missing two young starters, Whisenhunt will have his opportunity to continue earning staying power.
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
After cutting back the plant, there is one more step that can give it more staying power.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
Then there are two changes with more staying power.
—Cd Goette-Luciak, Miami Herald, 21 July 2025
Even though it’s never soared into the top 10, the compilation stands out thanks to its staying power, as the project has racked up more than 200 stays on the two tallies.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 July 2025
After cutting back the plant, there is one more step that can give it more staying power.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 July 2025
Then there are two changes with more staying power.
—Cd Goette-Luciak, Miami Herald, 21 July 2025
Even though it’s never soared into the top 10, the compilation stands out thanks to its staying power, as the project has racked up more than 200 stays on the two tallies.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
Noun
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Mark Rose, a former National Park Service employee, said fire service officials weren't realistic about their ability to control the fire and then tried to cover themselves.—
Stephanie Murray,
AZCentral.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Indiana Code provides a defendant the ability to file a motion to dismiss the case on SLAPP grounds.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
28 Aug. 2025
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While businesses work to scale AI, his holistic approach that integrates technology with business vision, talent development, continuous measurement, and ethical responsibility is absolutely essential.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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The Gallaghers’ combination of attitude and talent stretched the limits of creative partnership to epic and unpredictable heights.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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Sanders is known for his impressive tackling ability, compensating for his rather lackluster skills in coverage.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Aug. 2025
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Every workplace has at least one person whose primary skill is not collaboration but performance.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
Noun
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One approach is to make your gifts intentional and purpose driven.—
Bob Sponseller,
The Enquirer,
26 Aug. 2025
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This gift not only honors Arlen and Harburg’s imaginative genius but also preserves the legacy of the music that has captured the hearts of generations.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
25 Aug. 2025
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Ivan Angulo has been the starter in the left wing position, but Spicer’s attacking prowess and ability to control possession have earned him more playing time.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
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Dance Mom is an excellent example of this designer’s prowess.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying%20power. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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