ENDURANCE Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

endurance

noun

in-ˈdu̇r-ən(t)s

Definition of endurance

as in continuity

uninterrupted or lasting existence the endurance of his love for his wife was not arrested even by her death

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Recent Examples of endurance Contestants run, swim, climb, wrestle, carry heavy weight and race through obstacle courses that test strength, endurance and mental toughness. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026 And following a focus on endurance in the outdoor segment, the brand moved to trail running. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 While the Series 12 delivers impressive battery endurance, the Ultra 4 is the standout in the category. — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2026 In an endurance competition, Yash and Drew were the final two, and after striking a deal, Drew won the Veto. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for endurance

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Noun

The Knicks enter 2026-27 with rare continuity, bringing back all five of last season’s starters and 10 of their top 11 players in terms of minutes per game.

— Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026
Rather than frequent feature changes, Office 2024 Professional Plus emphasizes stability, predictable long-term support, and continuity.

— StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of continuity

Noun

That approach is especially clear in the first-floor apartment, where the original architecture does most of the heavy lifting, and the new interiors feel like a continuation rather than a reset.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026
Still, some observers argue that holding Saturday’s Mass at Place de la Concorde and along the Champs-Élysées, near the National Assembly and the presidential palace, could be seen as a continuation of Catholicism’s privileged cultural position.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 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

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