durability

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Recent Examples of durability Creality claims extensive durability testing, but long-term behavior in ordinary workshops will be the more meaningful test. — New Atlas, 17 Oct. 2026 The single-cell results provide a basis for further development toward larger electrolyzer systems, where reducing precious metal requirements and maintaining durability remain key goals. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 Qualities such as durability, longevity, material selection and end-of-life impact are increasingly being considered during the development process. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 Toys were evaluated in a lab, with engineers and analysts evaluating toys for safety, durability and ease of assembly. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026 Its tight construction and minimal flex aren't just for show; this laptop has a MIL-STD durability rating for operation in environments far harsher than the office. — Charles Jefferies, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026 His durability has been astounding for a position player and among the best in team history. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2026 Chip stocks were lower Tuesday, extending an overnight sell-off sparked by worries over the durability of AI financing. — Kate Rooney,leslie Picker, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for durability
Noun
  • While the Broncos haven’t returned to the tournament since then, this year’s squad blends continuity with exciting new faces and stands a serious chance of bringing Boise State back to the NCAA Tournament.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The goal is continuity rather than reinvention every season, with pieces designed to complement one another over time.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The model was doing exactly what it was trained to do, which was to produce plausible-sounding continuations of the prompts Lemoine had chosen to feed it about consciousness.
    — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The evening, co-hosted by Vanity Fair, marked a continuation in the film’s already lengthy journey, with a suitably ambitious exhibition pulling back the curtain on costumes, puppets, props and diminutive sets.
    — Bridget Arsenault, Vanity Fair, 14 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Court records show Ramirez appeared in court Thursday for a status hearing, and a Johnson County judge granted his attorney continuance.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 16 Oct. 2026
  • To meet the deadline, the groups allege that immigration judges are refusing to grant continuances of longer than three weeks.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Of course, the persistence of traders to keep doubling down on AI could also be a sign of a bubble.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Passion opens the door, but sustainability requires strong partnerships, financial discipline, persistence and good operations.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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“Durability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durability. Accessed 23 Oct. 2026.

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