as in ongoing
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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1
as in experiencing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life
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as in tolerating
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at some point we all have to endure the loss of a beloved pet
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as in lasting
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the fashion business is built on change, since nobody expects a particular clothing style to endure
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Recent Examples of enduring
Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
It was announced in June that the soccer legend was named for knighthood in recognition of his athletic achievements and enduring contributions to British society.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Rihanna, of course, has her own personal, chill (and custom) take on the ever-enduring trend.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
But in recent years, Daves’ name has appeared alongside John Ford, Howard Hawks, Clint Eastwood and the Coen Brothers as a filmmaker known for creating groundbreaking, enduring, classic Westerns.
—Martha Ross, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
It was announced in June that the soccer legend was named for knighthood in recognition of his athletic achievements and enduring contributions to British society.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
The Harvard Gazette is preparing a feature on Professor Morgan’s career and enduring impact, to be released soon.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Rihanna, of course, has her own personal, chill (and custom) take on the ever-enduring trend.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring
Adjective
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There, a mechanic began repairs on the car, but was ordered to stop because of the ongoing court arguments over the car.—
Omar Jimenez,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The investigation is ongoing, and additional arrests and charges are expected, the release says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Nov. 2025
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Recently, Japanese walking, a version of high intensity interval walking, has become a favorite among wellness seekers looking to amp up their walks without experiencing the impact of running.—
Jeanne Ballion,
Vogue,
11 Nov. 2025
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If your baby is experiencing any symptoms, call their pediatrician as soon as possible and seek treatment.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Self respect/love is a strong virtue, tolerating belittling is toxic.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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The result is a lower threshold for tolerating frustration, and a harder time focusing in the classroom.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
16 Oct. 2025
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And analysts had cautioned of a long road ahead before a lasting peace deal would be achieved.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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The disaster’s impacts were lasting enough that some of these trends took a decade to detect.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
11 Nov. 2025
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The actor gained increasing fame in his early 20s for playing Twilight's Edward Cullen, an immortal vampire who appears to be a teenager throughout the film series.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Kershaw will go down as a legend in LA, and his record against one of the best players to ever step on the diamond will remain immortal in his retirement.—
Aaron Coloma,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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But 2025 is undergoing a reckoning.—
Amy O’Brien,
Vogue,
11 Nov. 2025
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Adebayo missed his third straight game on Monday and Herro has yet to play this season after undergoing surgery in September.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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In 2025, protesters were not just rejecting oligarchic rot, but also reaffirming their long-standing frustration over India’s role in sustaining it.—
MUHIB RAHMAN,
Foreign Affairs,
12 Nov. 2025
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Foraging for black walnuts is a long-standing tradition in the Ozarks, providing extra cash for harvesters and connecting people with the outdoors.—
Randy Moll,
Arkansas Online,
11 Nov. 2025
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However, the report strongly suggested that he will not be paid for the remaining period of the original contract.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Where other, more conventional pest control companies still employ general, broad-spectrum spraying as a blunt instrument, Axiom relies on precision, science, and innovation to target its efforts directly at the sources of pest infestations, while remaining conscious of the wider environment.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enduring. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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