unfailing

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un·fail·ing | \ ˌən-ˈfā-liŋ

Definition of unfailing

: not failing or liable to fail:

a : constant, unflagging unfailing courtesy

b : everlasting, inexhaustible a subject of unfailing interest

c : infallible, sure an unfailing test

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Synonyms & Antonyms for unfailing

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fallible

Examples of unfailing in a Sentence

She is known for her unfailing optimism. an unfailing judge of personal character

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