enduring

adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce enduring (audio)
-ˈdyu̇r-,
en-
: lasting, durable
an enduring truth
enduringly adverb
enduringness noun

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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By blending history, poetry, and folklore, the ship’s story has become one of New England’s most enduring maritime hauntings. Leanna Renee Hieber, Big Think, 2 Oct. 2025 Carter Yakemchuk continues to make his case for NHL minutes, but his most enduring moment on Tuesday was a lowlight, trying to stave off punches from Canadiens enforcer Florian Xhekaj. Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025 After enduring months of chemotherapy, changes to her hair are an inevitable reality. Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 27 Sep. 2025 The $60 canvas sneaker is detailed with elastic side panels and a vulcanized rubber sole, its black-and-white checker motif among the brand’s most enduring signatures since debuting in 1977. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enduring was in the 15th century

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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enduring. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.

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