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durability

noun

Definition of durabilitynext
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 champion praised Pantoja’s durability and championship-level skill, particularly after the Brazilian escaped a submission attempt Van believed would finish the fight. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026 Public art should be evaluated for conviction, intelligence, durability, legibility, site-responsiveness, force, and relation to the public. — Frank Porcu, New York Daily News, 20 Sep. 2026 By combining aluminum’s low weight with a pre-applied coating, the company is targeting a way to make battery components easier to manufacture while meeting durability and insulation requirements. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026 Information customers may think of as indicators—like brand, fabric type, price, and fabric weight—do not determine durability by themselves. — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026 Our editors test polishes, nail tools, cuticle treatments, and press-ons over several weeks to assess durability, pigment, application ease, and finish. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026 Yet with massive gaps in battery life, materials, and off-grid durability, choosing between them comes down to a few key factors. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026 The mistake is assuming innovation itself creates durability. — Adam Povlitz, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026 Those physical demands on full-backs are not just an Arsenal issue, but have a major part in how the role is played and the durability of those who fill those positions. — Art De Roché, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for durability
  1. continuity
  2. continuation
  3. continuance
  4. persistence
Noun
  • Here, Dell’Orco held an official meet-and-greet with the press in January after his debut collection without the late founder, offering continuity, while adding a colorful and youthful touch to the lineup.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026
  • So great players, great play-caller, consistency and continuity in one scheme over time usually equals success.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of continuity
Noun
  • Hopefully, the lessons learned here will be used to level up other projects and possible continuations.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The move marks a continuation of Irving’s willingness to use his platform to address social justice and domestic and international conflict.
    — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of continuation
Noun
  • Central to these efforts will be the continuance of the congressional approval for the president to operate under the Authorization for Use of Military Force.
    — John M. Weaver, Baltimore Sun, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Creeden filed a motion for the continuance on Thursday, saying the probation office hadn’t yet released its draft presentence investigation report and that the court hadn’t yet ruled on his motions for acquittal and for a new trial.
    — Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of continuance
Noun
  • According to the trade counsel, the recent tit-for-tat trade actions undertaken by both Washington and Ottowa have served to illuminate the persistence of a trend that stands to continue over the coming months.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Maines’ technical skill along with his persistence and curiosity helped produce journalism with far-reaching consequences.
    — Sally Kestin, Sun Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of persistence

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“Durability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durability. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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