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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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
Daily News, 28 May 2026
But in a fresh cologne, these will be more pervasive and enduring.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Chawinga, Current stay hot After enduring some uncharacteristic struggles early in the season, the KC Current is flying high.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Adjective
What began as a church community gathering has evolved into a multigenerational tradition and one of the Valley’s most enduring cultural celebrations.
—Daily News, 28 May 2026
But in a fresh cologne, these will be more pervasive and enduring.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 27 May 2026
Verb
Coming on the heels of flagship openings in New York City and Beverly Hills, creative director Jonathan Anderson’s cruise show at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art was just the latest sign of an enduring friendship.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Chawinga, Current stay hot After enduring some uncharacteristic struggles early in the season, the KC Current is flying high.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring
Adjective
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That alternate channel has become even more important after Iran vowed Monday to completely close the strait in response to ongoing Israeli attacks in Lebanon.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
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Uncertainty, constant disruption, greater pressure for results from boards and investors and ongoing public scrutiny have made the CEO role more demanding and contributed to shorter CEO tenures.—
Susana Sierra,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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In this volume are all the wild, enthused lines, stoked for life’s daily mysteries, and all the tender elevations that we have been used to experiencing in the poetry of Eileen Myles!—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Seoul felt different because the people the technology was designed to serve were in the room experiencing it firsthand.—
Bill Schiffmiller,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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Cooperative games like Uno, Go Fish, Sorry, or Chutes and Ladders help kids practice taking turns and tolerating frustration in a low-stakes environment.—
Parents,
Parents,
30 May 2026
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And unfortunately, organizations often unintentionally create environments that discourage exploration and human connection by implicitly or explicitly rewarding competition, tolerating destructive behavior from high performers, and suppressing emotional expression in the name of performance.—
Laurel Donnellan,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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But the lessons Joe Negri taught countless children on television and students in his classroom will leave a lasting imprint of a legendary career and a legacy that will never be forgotten.—
Kristine Sorensen,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Filipino Forces exists to spotlight the next generation of Filipino leadership, foster meaningful relationships, and create a lasting platform for representation, pride, and cultural amplification.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
30 May 2026
Adjective
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The authors of the study also point out that finding naturally immortal complex tissues challenges our conventional perceptions of what being alive really means.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2026
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But as a concept, the man codenamed 007 is immortal, bound for resurrection to serve king and country.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
28 May 2026
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The proposal is undergoing environmental review.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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The gang-fighting force soldiers have spent the past two weeks undergoing in-country training before launching operations on Monday.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2026
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And that takes in more ground than the Soviet Union when The Wall was still standing.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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This could leave fans looking for a nearby team — a void a Sacramento franchise could fill, though longer-standing ties in the A’s and Giants could still be the dominant fan bases.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2026
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The Bakersfield Police Department said two hostages had been safely released and that all remaining individuals were in good health as of Tuesday evening.—
Greg Wehner , Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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Goldman sees 60% earnings-per-share growth for Asia Pacific equities in 2026, with technology remaining the market's strongest-performing sector.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enduring. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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