as in continuity
lasting or constant existence
Returning home between his travels gave him a sense of stability and permanence. All of the inks were tested for permanence on various surfaces.
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Recent Examples of permanence
But virality and permanence are not the same language.
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Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
That small moment proves disproportionately instructive to the film’s prevailing ethos, which is most interested in bodies as vehicles for tracing the friction between fluidity and permanence.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
According to the report, the trend is less about nostalgia for nostalgia's sake and more about choosing materials, finishes, and projects that bring a sense of permanence.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
In a world more chaotic than ever, their permanence feels like a delightful moment of peace.
—Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
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Desjah Altvater, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
That small moment proves disproportionately instructive to the film’s prevailing ethos, which is most interested in bodies as vehicles for tracing the friction between fluidity and permanence.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 18 May 2026
According to the report, the trend is less about nostalgia for nostalgia's sake and more about choosing materials, finishes, and projects that bring a sense of permanence.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 11 May 2026
In a world more chaotic than ever, their permanence feels like a delightful moment of peace.
—Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
Noun
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Readiness, response, and recovery has to become a part of workforce strategy, embedded into benefits design, leave policies, occupational health and safety, communications, and business continuity planning.—
Bill Frist,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Filmmakers working on ultra-low budgets hardly have the option of achieving the kind of seamless dramatic continuities that industrial-strength techniques can offer.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
12 June 2026
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While the lobby areas and restaurants lean into the playful side of a contemporary art hotel, the rooms are more calming with neutral tones and the continuation of the lobby’s black marble in the credenzas and nightstands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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As usual, no details of the deal that put the breaks on any trial or continuation of the suit and countersuit were made public.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
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The greats are often defined by their consistency — and their durability — although both the 37-year-old Durant and 41-year-old James have dealt with a variety of different setbacks as their respective careers have wound down.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Business leaders hope her government could restore policy consistency, reduce regulatory bottlenecks and revive stalled mining projects.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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The greats are often defined by their consistency — and their durability — although both the 37-year-old Durant and 41-year-old James have dealt with a variety of different setbacks as their respective careers have wound down.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Reinforcing materials are then deposited, including thermoplastic carbon-fiber acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) for lightweight strength or thermoset resins like epoxy for greater stiffness and durability.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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Housing and neighborhood stability — including preventing the displacement of existing residents — is a critical community priority listed in the vision and action plan.—
Michael Abeyta,
CBS News,
14 June 2026
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Developments in quantum networking, photonic architectures, error correction, and qubit stability stimulate innovation.—
Chuck Brooks,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
Noun
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The project had received a continuance from an initial public hearing April 20, at which City Council member Natalie Jangula and others raised concerns about a lack of open space.—
Noah Daly
June 16,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
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The trial began in March, and has been punctuated by long continuances.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
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The Myth Of Universal Reach The primary challenge with RCS business messaging is a lack of uniformity.—
Aaron Alter,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Avoid uniformity by thoughtfully mixing frame styles and finishes, creating visual depth and interest while maintaining a cohesive feel.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 June 2026
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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