as in continuity
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the durability of the novel's popularity since it was first published in the 1930s
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Recent Examples of durability
The same applies to his Spanish namesake, Hugo Bueno, who has demonstrated his durability, athleticism and crossing ability at left wing-back this season.
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The bench is made with a combination of solid polar wood and MDF for durability and easy maintenance.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
The best bladders are latex, thanks to their ease of striking, high durability and lightest possible weight for more speed and bounce.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Higher charging rates naturally generate more thermal stress, raising questions about whether ultra-fast systems such as BYD’s Megawatt Flash Charge technology could impact long-term battery durability in exchange for dramatically shorter charging times.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
While skeptics may doubt the longevity of AI capex, Horton said the latest quarterly earnings from the hyperscalers show durability and accelerating revenue.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 10 May 2026
And despite its $10 price, customers praise its durability.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Vintage items like wrought iron furniture and planters add durability and unique character.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 9 May 2026
What looks like a simple stripe is actually a thoughtful design feature that supports durability, structure, and everyday performance.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
Steve Madeley, New York Times, 12 May 2026
The bench is made with a combination of solid polar wood and MDF for durability and easy maintenance.
—Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
The best bladders are latex, thanks to their ease of striking, high durability and lightest possible weight for more speed and bounce.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Higher charging rates naturally generate more thermal stress, raising questions about whether ultra-fast systems such as BYD’s Megawatt Flash Charge technology could impact long-term battery durability in exchange for dramatically shorter charging times.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
While skeptics may doubt the longevity of AI capex, Horton said the latest quarterly earnings from the hyperscalers show durability and accelerating revenue.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 10 May 2026
And despite its $10 price, customers praise its durability.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Vintage items like wrought iron furniture and planters add durability and unique character.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 9 May 2026
What looks like a simple stripe is actually a thoughtful design feature that supports durability, structure, and everyday performance.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for durability
Noun
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Given the spread of the concerts, Eilish had to keep wearing the same outfit across shows for continuity.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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That continuity shapes the job in a way that isn’t obvious until someone sits inside it.—
Felysha Walker
May 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Almost immediately, members of the public sympathetic to the defendant touted Tamura’s actions as a laudable continuation of the defendant’s philosophy.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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Their decision to pursue the genre is both a continuation of tradition and, in the current political climate, an act of protest.—
Cat Cardenas,
Vogue,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Graf said the continuance was necessary to ensure Robinson’s attorneys have adequate time to review the evidence, calling it important to protect the defendant’s constitutional right to effective counsel.—
Adam Sabes , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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When the court refused a second continuance to a later date, Haddy asked his client to appear alone and make another request for a new trial date on their own, according to the legal referee’s findings.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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His persistence in teaching, even under Lomax’s punitive schedules, shows his resilience.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 May 2026
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Four years after graduating from college, my persistence, patience, and a bit of luck paid off.—
Andy Strasberg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Durability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durability. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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