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
There is something about seeing a legend like Denzel rock a little dangly earring on the big screen that solidifies it as a mens accessory with staying power.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2024
Hellebuyck is right up there with both goalies and his long-term track record implies the kind of staying power that will put him back in the conversation for the Vezina Trophy.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
Overall, while the self-help industry may have contributed to its popularity, the scientific foundation of EI ensures its staying power as a concept that goes beyond a mere trend.
—Quora, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
The formula has respectable staying power but is still fairly easy to wipe off and correct mistakes.
—Katherine Speller, Parents, 25 Nov. 2024
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2024
Hellebuyck is right up there with both goalies and his long-term track record implies the kind of staying power that will put him back in the conversation for the Vezina Trophy.
—Murat Ates, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024
Overall, while the self-help industry may have contributed to its popularity, the scientific foundation of EI ensures its staying power as a concept that goes beyond a mere trend.
—Quora, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
The formula has respectable staying power but is still fairly easy to wipe off and correct mistakes.
—Katherine Speller, Parents, 25 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for staying power
Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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Beliefs and practices about music's ability to heal the mind, body, and spirit date back to the Upper Paleolithic period, about 20,000 years ago.Daniel Levitin, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
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Just like cisgender athletes, trans athlete’s abilities vary.Taylor Romine, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
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Your talent, brilliance and tireless work ethic, too.Dr. Eric George, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The complaint represents a significant step forward in the efforts by some unscripted talent to unionize.Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Find ways to help your junior employees develop skills in managing AI tools while building business judgment and strategic expertise.R. Paul Singh, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Each product boasts high quality matters and design elements that chefs of all skill levels praise.Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 9 Dec. 2024
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And there’s so many wonderful gifts that come from being tested to your limits of death.Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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Sure, big-ticket holiday gifts are fun to receive: There’s nothing quite like ripping off the wrapping paper to unveil a brand-new video game console or a pair of noise-canceling headphones.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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With national fundraising prowess and access to high-level tools and infrastructure, the DNC is best suited to provide the necessary behind-the-scenes resources local parties need.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Andrews' professional prowess was recognized in 2022 when she was honored with the Pat Summerall Award, a prestigious accolade named after the late sportscaster Pat Summerall.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying%20power. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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