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as in immortal
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
a charming fable that presents some eternal truths in a fresh way
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as in endless
lasting forever
the quest for some magic potion that promises eternal youth
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Recent Examples of eternal
Michelle L.d. Hanlon, The Conversation, 12 May 2025
Ezra says the prophet is eternal and moves through the sky...
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 May 2025
John Wilkens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
More significantly, if life eternal is to know the only true God, as John 17:3 states, is their salvation at stake?
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022
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Adjective
Here, peaks of eternal light and deep craters containing water ice promise the best mining, science and research opportunities.
—Michelle L.d. Hanlon, The Conversation, 12 May 2025
Ezra says the prophet is eternal and moves through the sky...
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 May 2025
Noun
But hope springs eternal, maybe more so in baseball than anywhere else.
—John Wilkens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
More significantly, if life eternal is to know the only true God, as John 17:3 states, is their salvation at stake?
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eternal
Adjective
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In 2023, the rapper/singer spoke to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and talked about the birth of that immortal couplet.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
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That would be the immortal Jerry Dybzinski, whose base-running gaffe in Game 4 of the 1983 American League Championship Series proved costly in an extra-inning loss to the Baltimore Orioles.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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An endless number of diets claim to promote weight loss and improve health.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2025
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The 17-year-old Yamal remains an endless source of creativity who steps up on every big occasion.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The rapper's most enduring romance was with model-actress Kimberly Porter, who died of pneumonia in November 2018.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The praise was meaningful to Coogler, who includes Lee among his most enduring influences.—
Jelani Cobb,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Rose’s permanent ban was lifted eight months after his death and came a day before the Cincinnati Reds will honor baseball’s career hits leader with Pete Rose Night.—
Ronald Blum,
Twin Cities,
13 May 2025
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The proposal, unveiled May 12, would make the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, along with several other tax breaks.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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The proposal is part of the agency's response to the ongoing delays and cancellations that have resulted from tech difficulties in the air traffic control tower.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Now, just getting to the airport may be a burden as the NJ Transit has suspended all train services due to an ongoing strike.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Vedder, a passionate Cubs fan, supplied a guitar that will serve as a perpetual trophy in the contest.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Yet the perpetual sad boy is already contemplating the extent of his mortality — and his legacy.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2025
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The future of cybersecurity is waiting for you, and your contributions can make a lasting impact.—
Dr. Fene Osakwe,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Join over 80,000 supporters nationwide in standing up for investigative journalism that informs, inspires, and creates lasting impact.—
Eric Umansky,
ProPublica,
6 May 2025
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“Eternal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eternal. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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