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
Five season-defining games in 15 days followed and while the results during that hectic run helped tilt the Premier League firmly in Liverpool’s favour, relying on a small group of trusted regulars was always going to place strain on their staying power.
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Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
But that said, those within the industry dismiss the idea that its staying power is purely visual alone.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The distributor’s The Monkey showed some staying power in week 4 on 2,294 screens with $2.46 million for the three days and a $35.2 million cume.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2025
Not the mark of a legend with staying power, an enormous voice and a fearless attitude.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
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Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
But that said, those within the industry dismiss the idea that its staying power is purely visual alone.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
The distributor’s The Monkey showed some staying power in week 4 on 2,294 screens with $2.46 million for the three days and a $35.2 million cume.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Mar. 2025
Not the mark of a legend with staying power, an enormous voice and a fearless attitude.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
Noun
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The ability to learn from missteps and continue forward is often what separates successful innovators from the rest.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Those abilities were on full display when Prolific Prep defeated DME Academy 78-72 on Saturday night in the semifinals of the Grind Session High School Basketball World Championships.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This celebration of cinema showcased 93 films from 21 countries, accompanied by an array of film talent and culinary stars.—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
23 Mar. 2025
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In some cases, management talent is brought in from the outside but typically there will also be internal promotions.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Local talent strategies allow employers to develop these skills close to the job site and tailor them to actual operational needs.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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In a video shared on Thursday, March 20, the Queen of Power Ballads showed off her golf skills, hitting a drive-off a tee during an outing with her sons René-Charles, Nelson and Eddy.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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For example, payments made through a third-party network for a birthday or holiday or wedding gifts; for sharing the cost of a car ride or meal; or for paying a family member or roommate for a household bill aren’t taxable.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Even with its luxury focus, Laura Lendrum, CEO of Printemps America, said the store mixes in more approachable items for tourists or aspirational shoppers who may stop by for a cup of coffee or browse for a $50 gift.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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The skit cunningly notes that a lot of what has been said about Smith wouldn’t be said to his face and taps nearly four decades of comedy prowess.—
Mankaprr Conteh,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
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Brian, an avid hunter known for his cooking prowess, owns Forest River Bean Co., and several hunting properties in the area.—
Brad Dokken,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2025
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