perduring 1 of 2

adjective

as in enduring

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perduring

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verb

present participle of perdure
as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perduring
  1. enduring
  2. remaining
  3. abiding
  4. lasting
  5. residual
  6. continuing
  7. persisting
Adjective
  • From an avant-garde temple to to contemporary buildings constructed to resemble skeletal forms, below are architectural marvels that reveal why skeletons remain an enduring muse for architects.
    — Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026
  • If nuclear propulsion is confirmed, the Type 004 would mark a particularly important milestone, potentially giving China the ability to operate a more capable and enduring carrier force.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of enduring
Verb
  • Rarely does a pop album so deftly lay bare the trickery of pop albums, while remaining a compelling pop album in its own right.
    — Samuel Hyland, Pitchfork, 28 Oct. 2026
  • The lawyers also raised the possibility of seeking dismissal of the remaining charge on double jeopardy grounds, arguing that the earlier acquittal could legally bar a second trial on certain issues.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of remaining
Adjective
  • Yet whatever the circumstances, the characters who populate her songs have an abiding and unshakable likability.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
  • Though only married for a few years, their partnership feels seasoned, fortified by faith, ambition and an abiding sense of gratitude.
    — Partner Content, Variety, 17 Dec. 2025
Definition of abiding
Verb
  • The ambition is to turn global interest in African design into lasting economic opportunities for local manufacturers, artisans, and creative businesses.
    — Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Testing of cerebrospinal fluid would reveal bacterial meningitis caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b, or Hib, an infection that could kill a child or leave lasting neurological damage.
    — Katrine L. Wallace, The Conversation, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of lasting
Adjective
  • For the waste management sector, carbon capture could provide an additional pathway for reducing emissions from residual waste treatment, complementing waste prevention, reuse and recycling.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Many professional guidelines still have not caught up with the technological innovations that have come to market over the last 10-15 years, such as genetic and minimal residual disease testing.
    — Karen E. Knudsen, STAT, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of residual
Verb
  • The rooms Even the most economical rooms are on point, continuing that mythic, sultry vibe that’s consistent across the resort.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
  • Construction crews are continuing work on a major anti-flooding project in the West Avenue neighborhood of Miami Beach despite a lawsuit filed by the contractor, which wants to quit the project.
    — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of continuing
Verb
  • The environment of wartime New York rings out silently but urgently from Nighthawks; as a temple of fluorescent light persisting through the infernal darkness, Hopper’s diner figuratively and symbolically resists the blackouts imposed upon the city.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Specifically in the Northeast, expect rain and a chance of snow, with chilly conditions persisting before and after Thanksgiving, but mild temperatures are predicted for the holiday itself.
    — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of persisting
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“Perduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perduring. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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