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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
Wall Street, at one time an enemy crypto dreamed of slaying, has become a crucial ally, adding exponentially to the asset's staying power.
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Brady Dale, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
More Christmas contributions have cropped up in recent years, some of which have real staying power.
—Stephanie Kaloi and James Mercadante, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
In a show of his amazing staying power, Michael Jordan was second.
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Their staying power — from creating '60s hits and '90s R&B love songs — has cemented them as icons in the industry.
—Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Dec. 2024
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Brady Dale, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
More Christmas contributions have cropped up in recent years, some of which have real staying power.
—Stephanie Kaloi and James Mercadante, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
In a show of his amazing staying power, Michael Jordan was second.
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
Their staying power — from creating '60s hits and '90s R&B love songs — has cemented them as icons in the industry.
—Holly V. Hays, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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As for the difference between the plans, Pro includes 180 channels, 1,000 hours of Cloud DVR, and the ability to watch on up to 10 screens at once.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 11 Jan. 2025
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This achievement also highlights their ability to adapt and evolve, continually raising the bar in the competitive tourism landscape.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025
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By adopting these trends, CEOs can cultivate healthier, happier, and more productive workforces, gain a competitive edge in talent acquisition, and ultimately drive better business outcomes.Julian Hayes II, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is one of only a handful of Historically Black Colleges and Universities included in a program from global biopharmaceutical company Bristol Myers Squibb that aims to help diverse talent succeed in the biopharma industry.Ryan Anderson, arkansasonline.com, 12 Jan. 2025
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Having a boss who lacks communication skills is difficult.Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
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Master money management Having a lot of money is one thing, but wealth requires smart money management skills.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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This applies to all financial gifts in a tax year, not just contributions to 529 plans.Robert Cole, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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The boat was spotted off the island of Lanzarote on Monday as Spain marked the Epiphany holiday, also known as Three Kings Day, meant to honor the day the three wise men brought gifts to the baby Jesus, rescuers said.Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 9 Jan. 2025
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RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner and returning All Stars 7 queen The Vivienne, who won fan affection and RuPaul's admiration for her comedic prowess and stunning looks on the runway, has died at age 32.Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 5 Jan. 2025
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Anthony's tenure with the Knicks may not have resulted in a championship, but his scoring prowess and memorable performances revived basketball in New York during the early 2010s.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying%20power. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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