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
Matthew Kayser, Idaho Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
Last year, the utility sector came out of nowhere and demonstrated one of the most enduring lessons about the stock market there is — unexpected things happen all the time.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
Rabbi Moishe Kievman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Their natural chemistry and confidence serves as a powerful reminder of TWICE’s enduring power as nine.
—Kristine Kwak, Rolling Stone, 27 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
This newfound visibility helps to minimize hold-ups and, in turn, fosters stronger, more enduring partnerships.
—Matthew Kayser, Idaho Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
Last year, the utility sector came out of nowhere and demonstrated one of the most enduring lessons about the stock market there is — unexpected things happen all the time.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
Choosing burial gently affirms this faith and expresses hope in the enduring bond between body and soul.
—Rabbi Moishe Kievman, Sun Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026
Their natural chemistry and confidence serves as a powerful reminder of TWICE’s enduring power as nine.
—Kristine Kwak, Rolling Stone, 27 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring
Adjective
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Well, within the past year, professionals who have sought to advance their careers through ongoing training and development are turning to a non-technical AI skill, one that fundamentally shapes the future of work even outside of IT, as far as AI is concerned.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The killing comes amid ongoing demonstrations across Iran, as anger continues to simmer over political repression, economic hardship and human rights abuses.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Scientific consensus now recognizes fish as sentient beings capable of experiencing suffering.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Feb. 2026
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These findings complicate popular claims that the world is experiencing a runaway increase in inequality.—
Chelsea Follett,
Oc Register,
1 Feb. 2026
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Specifically, kids this age are developing key emotional regulation skills, such as tolerating disappointment, embarrassment, as well as frustration and anger.—
Liz Regalia,
Parents,
31 Jan. 2026
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Junipers tend to be rather tough plants, tolerating heat, drought, and poor soils.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 Jan. 2026
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After a blood-clot diagnosis last year forced him to contemplate how quickly careers — and lives — can end, Wembanyama decided to create a lasting legacy.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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Every few years, usually in December, the system encounters a Dunkelflaute — an energy drought lasting a week or two, with little wind and little sun.—
Alex Pavlak,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Feb. 2026
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Those cells, called HeLa cells, became the first immortal human cell line and have been used ever since in countless scientific breakthroughs, including vaccine development and cancer research.—
Akilah Weber Pierson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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Hounsou will play another immortal warrior, and Abela a love interest for Cavill.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Jan. 2026
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The 46-year-old victim suffered life-threatening infection and severe injuries after undergoing surgery on May 7, 2023.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Sundance also arrives in Colorado at a time when the state is undergoing changes.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Denver Post,
31 Jan. 2026
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The majority of the rooms are free standing bungalows or cottages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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That means long-standing favorites—yes, even predictable quartz slabs—are falling out of favor.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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Congress has already approved six of its 12 annual spending bills, but the remaining funding accounts for 75% of all discretionary spending.—
David Sivak,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Jan. 2026
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China National Nuclear Corporation holds a 51% stake, while China Guodian Corporation owns the remaining 49%.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enduring. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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