long-lasting
adjective
: existing or continuing for a long time
a book that has long-lasting significance
The trip had a long-lasting effect on me.
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Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
More strikes like that across the region would likely inflict severe and long-lasting economic pain.
—Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2026
With a nontoxic and moisturizing formula, the Luxury Lip Tints give you long-lasting hydration while adding a beautiful pop of color to your lips.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
The company uses primarily Colorado trees to make the wooden cores of its gear in an effort to make the production process more sustainable while also making a product that is long-lasting.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for long-lasting
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“Long-lasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-lasting. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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