1
archaic
: long life
2
: a sturdy cotton or worsted cloth used especially in shoes and luggage
Examples of lasting in a Sentence
Adjective
a book with lasting significance
The trip had a lasting effect on her.
Recent Examples on the Web
Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Despite the 90-day tariff pause, damage to the global economic outlook, which drives oil prices, is likely to be more lasting.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 11 Apr. 2025
Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 28 Feb. 2023
In all, Northwestern ripped off a 27-10 run over an eight-minute stretch lasting until 1:15 left in the half.
—Tony Garcia, Detroit Free Press, 15 Jan. 2023
See All Example Sentences for lasting
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Adjective
More on cystic acne: Cystic acne can cause pain, shame and lasting scars.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
Despite the 90-day tariff pause, damage to the global economic outlook, which drives oil prices, is likely to be more lasting.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
Size 2 oz, 3.4 oz Fragrance Family Fresh, Spicy Notes Cinnamon, Grapefruit, Lavender, Amber, Sandalwood Another exceedingly popular men’s fragrance, this eau de parfum (meaning the highest concentration of scent) is the longest lasting of all the versions of Bleu de Chanel.
—Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 28 Feb. 2023
In all, Northwestern ripped off a 27-10 run over an eight-minute stretch lasting until 1:15 left in the half.
—Tony Garcia, Detroit Free Press, 15 Jan. 2023
See All Example Sentences for lasting
Cite this Entry
“Lasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lasting. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share