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 auto-shutoff is just one safeguard against overheating; each blanket undergoes vetting with 74 safety checks to prevent potential fire hazards and ensure its durability.
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Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
His lack of durability would follow him to Gainesville.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
This pattern allowed electric current to pass efficiently while maintaining safety and durability.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
That ceramic helps keep the cell close to thermodynamic equilibrium, which underpins its durability.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Verge notes it's also worked on charge cycle durability and thermal management, to ensure the battery has a long life and consistent performance over years of use.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
Orlando has exciting developments in terms of Desmond Bane fitting in and Anthony Black breaking out, but the young core needs to show some durability.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
His lack of durability would follow him to Gainesville.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
This pattern allowed electric current to pass efficiently while maintaining safety and durability.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Jan. 2026
That ceramic helps keep the cell close to thermodynamic equilibrium, which underpins its durability.
—Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Verge notes it's also worked on charge cycle durability and thermal management, to ensure the battery has a long life and consistent performance over years of use.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
Orlando has exciting developments in terms of Desmond Bane fitting in and Anthony Black breaking out, but the young core needs to show some durability.
—Law Murray, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for durability
Noun
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If strikes move forward, the Department of Health will have staff on site at all affected hospitals beginning tomorrow morning and for the duration of the strike to ensure patient safety and continuity of care.—
Noelle Lilley,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Nevertheless, the mosaic floor represents a continuity within the city—a thread that ran through its existence.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Thursday, Ross fired head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons that produced a 35-33 regular-season record and an 0-2 continuation of zero playoff victories since 2001, the longest such drought in the sport.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Climate Central database uses effectively the same methodology as NOAA’s did, in order to be a direct continuation of the government’s previous work.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His latest film looks like both a step up and a continuance of his brand of zippy horror with a comedic bite.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 Jan. 2026
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Earlier this month, Mays’ attorney requested a continuance, and a judge last week canceled the March 30 trial for Mays and rescheduled it for March 29, 2027.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Dec. 2025
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His story is one of persistence, leadership and a lasting commitment to helping others.—
Malana VanTyler,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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The photo captures a moment when frozen lagoons, sea ice, and shoreline all coexist in mid-June, a useful context for understanding seasonal ice persistence in a region where timing affects ecosystems, coastal erosion and human activity.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Durability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durability. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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