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
The walls and ceilings throughout are faced in rustic wood planks reclaimed from ancient mountain farmhouses, softening the modern, angular architecture and giving the just five-year-old home a cozy sense of permanence.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
Some members of Congress, including Republican Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri, are advocating for broader deductions for health expenses as debates continue over the permanence and targeting of federal health care subsidies.
—Associate News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Stress the permanence of the internet.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 3 Dec. 2025
The CrowBar component of the business is technically starting on a pop-up basis but has been built out with a level of investment and intentionality that appears to suggest permanence.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 27 Nov. 2025
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
Some members of Congress, including Republican Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri, are advocating for broader deductions for health expenses as debates continue over the permanence and targeting of federal health care subsidies.
—Associate News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Stress the permanence of the internet.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 3 Dec. 2025
The CrowBar component of the business is technically starting on a pop-up basis but has been built out with a level of investment and intentionality that appears to suggest permanence.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 27 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
Noun
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Under Putin, however, loyalty and continuity are still prized.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The County of San Diego has selected Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center as the new operator of the Tijuana River Valley Community Garden, ensuring continuity for hundreds of plot owners at the region’s largest community garden.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Thursday, Ross fired head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons that produced a 35-33 regular-season record and an 0-2 continuation of zero playoff victories since 2001, the longest such drought in the sport.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Climate Central database uses effectively the same methodology as NOAA’s did, in order to be a direct continuation of the government’s previous work.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
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Built for consistency, scale Dmitry Dima Puriaev, co-founder of AI Barmen, said his background in robotics shaped the product focus.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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Thus, over time, Williams gained appreciation for Johnson’s motives, for his communication style, most of all for his consistency.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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The auto-shutoff is just one safeguard against overheating; each blanket undergoes vetting with 74 safety checks to prevent potential fire hazards and ensure its durability.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
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Fast forward to 2026, and Carhartt has become a popular option for any outdoor enthusiast due to the durability and technology woven into its clothing.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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Unlike bipedal humanoids, the Onero H1 uses a wheeled base paired with articulated arms, prioritizing stability and dexterity over walking.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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The new agreement says that Ukraine’s sovereignty and its ability to defend itself are non-negotiable elements of any peace deal and warned that its self-defense is essential to its own security and wider Euro-Atlantic stability.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His latest film looks like both a step up and a continuance of his brand of zippy horror with a comedic bite.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 Jan. 2026
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Earlier this month, Mays’ attorney requested a continuance, and a judge last week canceled the March 30 trial for Mays and rescheduled it for March 29, 2027.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Dec. 2025
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The crosswalks have become a focal point in a broader debate over local expression versus state uniformity.—
Everton Bailey Jr,
Dallas Morning News,
2 Jan. 2026
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Much of Pantone’s business is selling color-swatch guides to designers, artists, and marketers to ensure this uniformity, which is hugely important to their jobs.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
19 Dec. 2025
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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