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
This element of permanence is exciting to Stark, who has created looks for Beyoncé and has her own, body-positive line of lingerie called Panty.
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CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
This element of permanence is exciting to Stark, who has created looks for Beyoncé and has her own, body-positive line of lingerie called Panty.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
But since then the chart has continued to track inflation’s stubborn permanence.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 6 Apr. 2026
The home’s slate roof, copper gutters and rock-solid foundation signal a different kind of luxury — one rooted less in square footage and more in construction, craftsmanship and permanence.
—David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
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CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
This element of permanence is exciting to Stark, who has created looks for Beyoncé and has her own, body-positive line of lingerie called Panty.
—ABC News, 20 Apr. 2026
But since then the chart has continued to track inflation’s stubborn permanence.
—Ben Smith, semafor.com, 6 Apr. 2026
The home’s slate roof, copper gutters and rock-solid foundation signal a different kind of luxury — one rooted less in square footage and more in construction, craftsmanship and permanence.
—David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for permanence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
Noun
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Given the spread of the concerts, Eilish had to keep wearing the same outfit across shows for continuity.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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That continuity shapes the job in a way that isn’t obvious until someone sits inside it.—
Felysha Walker
May 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Lechtzin said the lawsuit also seeks compensation for benefits, including the continuation of medical coverage, retirement contributions, unused vacation and sick time.—
NBC South Florida,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Spain and Slovenia are unlikely to come back, and a continuation of Netanyahu military policies could mean other countries join the boycott, resulting in a potential scrapping of the contest in 2027 with that much revenue exiting.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Noun
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In Albares’s telling, his government’s stand is a matter of principle, consistency, and adherence to the importance of international law.—
Ishaan Tharoor,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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Your words mean business, and people are paying closer attention to your consistency than your charm.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
Noun
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The same applies to his Spanish namesake, Hugo Bueno, who has demonstrated his durability, athleticism and crossing ability at left wing-back this season.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The bench is made with a combination of solid polar wood and MDF for durability and easy maintenance.—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2026
Noun
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By middle school, those gaps can turn into ongoing struggles with engagement and stability.—
Tina Dello Russo,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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The vehicle also features a closed dual-chamber air suspension system and dual-valve CCD electromagnetic dampers designed to improve ride comfort, stability, and handling dynamics.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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Graf said the continuance was necessary to ensure Robinson’s attorneys have adequate time to review the evidence, calling it important to protect the defendant’s constitutional right to effective counsel.—
Adam Sabes , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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When the court refused a second continuance to a later date, Haddy asked his client to appear alone and make another request for a new trial date on their own, according to the legal referee’s findings.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
30 Apr. 2026
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This not only suppressed uneven vertical phase distribution but also improved film uniformity across the devices.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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Justice Brett Kavanaugh emphasized that a major purpose of the federal law is to provide uniformity.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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