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as in immortal
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
a charming fable that presents some eternal truths in a fresh way
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as in endless
lasting forever
the quest for some magic potion that promises eternal youth
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Recent Examples of eternal
Michelle L.d. Hanlon, The Conversation, 12 May 2025
Ezra says the prophet is eternal and moves through the sky...
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 May 2025
John Wilkens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
More significantly, if life eternal is to know the only true God, as John 17:3 states, is their salvation at stake?
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022
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Adjective
Here, peaks of eternal light and deep craters containing water ice promise the best mining, science and research opportunities.
—Michelle L.d. Hanlon, The Conversation, 12 May 2025
Ezra says the prophet is eternal and moves through the sky...
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 May 2025
Noun
But hope springs eternal, maybe more so in baseball than anywhere else.
—John Wilkens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
More significantly, if life eternal is to know the only true God, as John 17:3 states, is their salvation at stake?
—The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Mar. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eternal
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In 2023, the rapper/singer spoke to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and talked about the birth of that immortal couplet.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
12 May 2025
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That would be the immortal Jerry Dybzinski, whose base-running gaffe in Game 4 of the 1983 American League Championship Series proved costly in an extra-inning loss to the Baltimore Orioles.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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An endless number of diets claim to promote weight loss and improve health.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
12 May 2025
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The 17-year-old Yamal remains an endless source of creativity who steps up on every big occasion.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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In relationships, however, there’s an enduring notion that partners should always love each other, no matter what.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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More to Read Still Deco after all these years: Robert Landau’s L.A. images showcase the enduring style May 7, 2025 Getting a filling — at the mall.—
Dave Schilling,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The proposal, unveiled May 12, would make the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act permanent, along with several other tax breaks.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Rose’s permanent ban was lifted eight months after his death and came a day before the Cincinnati Reds will honor baseball’s career hits leader with Pete Rose Night.—
Ronald Blum,
Twin Cities,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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One thing that has stood out in the discussion around Braeburn and Cask 88 is the ongoing confusion around delivery orders, especially among cask owners trying to confirm ownership.—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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Our clients intend to fully cooperate with LASD's ongoing investigation in the pursuit of seeking justice for themselves and others that may have been similarly assaulted by him.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
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Yet the perpetual sad boy is already contemplating the extent of his mortality — and his legacy.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2025
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Vedder, a passionate Cubs fan, supplied a guitar that will serve as a perpetual trophy in the contest.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
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The trust built with collaborators across various projects has enabled us to achieve lasting and impactful results.—
Erdem Erkul,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Early studies relied on the DNA of modern people to make inferences about evolution, but these methods could detect only events that had lasting effects.—
Kermit Pattison,
Scientific American,
20 May 2025
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“Eternal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eternal. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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