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
George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
When paired with neutrals, these muted and grounded reds feel both modern and enduring.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Rchin Bari, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Work from home has become one of the enduring features from the Covid-19 pandemic.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Jay launched the San Diego Music Hall of Fame Awards in 2017 to honor individuals and groups that have made enduring contributions to San Diego’s music culture, regardless of their commercial impact.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
When paired with neutrals, these muted and grounded reds feel both modern and enduring.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
In an era marked by a global epidemic of loneliness — so severe that, two years ago, our surgeon general issued a national advisory and countries such as France, Japan and the UK appointed Ministers of Loneliness — Israel’s enduring culture of mutual responsibility stood out.
—Rchin Bari, Boston Herald, 10 Sep. 2025
Work from home has become one of the enduring features from the Covid-19 pandemic.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring
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National Hurricane Center The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration previously warned of a heightened risk for major hurricanes in the Atlantic due to record-breaking sea surface temperatures and the ongoing transition from El Niño to La Niña conditions.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Among them are Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia's growing threat to NATO's eastern flank and the war in Gaza, where Israel's offensive on Gaza City is expanding as the two leaders meet.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
18 Sep. 2025
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These areas are not experiencing the same correction that pandemic boomtowns across the South are now facing after years of overheating, and demand for the limited supply available remains strong, keeping prices up.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
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The debut of Nature of Things arrives at a time when the body and hair care categories are experiencing rapid growth and innovation.—
Emma Sandler,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Underlying these views is an unspoken reorientation of the Fed's mandate, moving away from its statutory dual focus on stable prices and maximum employment toward policies that prioritize economic growth, potentially tolerating higher inflation to drive expansion.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Key components of authoritarianism include rejecting democratic rules; denying the legitimacy of opponents; tolerating or encouraging political violence; and curtailing the civil liberties of opponents.—
Karrin Vasby Anderson,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
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Combining wool for softness and rayon for lasting quality, the Haren rug brings serenity to your space—the subtle texture almost reminds us of a zen garden.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
16 Sep. 2025
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The Builders of the Internet Era Honorees include major names like Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, Netflix, NPR, and Adobe — each recognized for their lasting cultural impact, creative innovation and consistent achievement at the Webbys over the years.—
Ian Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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And that’s just 3% short of #1, the immortal Carrie.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Cavill's film is a new version of the 1986 action-fantasy about an immortal Scottish swordsman's battle against another immortal warrior that starred Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, the home furnishings industry was undergoing a major shift with the rise and demise of various direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands.—
Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Washington Wizards wing Bilal Coulibaly will be sidelined to begin the season after undergoing surgery on his right thumb.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Sophia’s long-standing area of focus is in guiding organizations on how to balance immediate financial goals with sustainability and ESG governance for long-term business viability.—
Sophia Mendelsohn,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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European businesses will be closely watching that meeting, as China is the EU’s second-largest goods partner with trade standing at $732 billion euros in 2024.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
17 Sep. 2025
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Becca Crandall and Bentley Rosser of Beck Cleaning and Organization recommend wiping down the inside and outside of your trash cans with disinfectant wipes to remove any remaining food particles.—
Lauren Wicks,
Southern Living,
11 Sep. 2025
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The fragile island is one of the last remaining ecological treasures on the planet to be flipped into a resource frontier.—
M. Rajshekhar,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enduring. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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