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
John Everett Benson, a stone carver whose lapidary inscriptions mark the grave of President John F. Kennedy and sites including the National Gallery of Art, conferring elegant permanence and permanent elegance with their stately strokes and serifs, died June 13 in Newport, R.I.
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Emily Langer, Washington Post, 21 June 2024
There was only one problem: The family’s current home had already sold, and with their new yen for permanence, the Burtons were also through living in an active construction site.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2024
Meanwhile, throughout Alys Beach an extensive network of pathways, green spaces, and shared amenities contribute to the sense of community and permanence, which is underscored by the fact that fewer than 20 percent of homeowners list their homes as vacation rental properties.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
In considering these concessions, the United States should keep in mind their degree of permanence and their impact on the U.S. strategic position in the region.
—Victor Cha, Foreign Affairs, 1 June 2018
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Emily Langer, Washington Post, 21 June 2024
There was only one problem: The family’s current home had already sold, and with their new yen for permanence, the Burtons were also through living in an active construction site.
—Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2024
Meanwhile, throughout Alys Beach an extensive network of pathways, green spaces, and shared amenities contribute to the sense of community and permanence, which is underscored by the fact that fewer than 20 percent of homeowners list their homes as vacation rental properties.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2024
In considering these concessions, the United States should keep in mind their degree of permanence and their impact on the U.S. strategic position in the region.
—Victor Cha, Foreign Affairs, 1 June 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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The French luxury house revealed Wednesday the creation of a new industrial department, tasked with strengthening its overall production capacity over the long term and ensuring the continuity of its knowhow.Lily Templeton, WWD, 27 Nov. 2024
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The upcoming Gladiator sequel featuring Mescal, Washington, and Nielsen is set to premiere in theaters this Friday, serving as a continuation of the original film decades later after its tumultuous ending.Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024
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These trends point to a continuation of the Great Resignation.Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 20 Nov. 2024
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Regardless of the habitat type or geographical layout, bucks almost always bed with certain consistencies.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 22 Nov. 2024
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In brand relationships, as in personal ones, the foundation of emotional connection is trust, and the foundation of trust is consistency.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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Bitcoin’s historical price swings—both surging and plummeting within short periods—raise questions about the stability of using it to back state or national funds.Tonya Evans, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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In fact, with more Chinese students eyeing the stability and benefits of government jobs, some even wonder if an overseas education might damage their chances of such a career.Jessie Yeung, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
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At a brief hearing Wednesday, Acree’s attorney, Edward Berrigan of the Missouri State Public Defender’s office, asked for a continuance so that the public defenders who handle death penalty cases could be reassigned, the Kansas City Star reported.San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2024
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The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawing slavery–except in one instance–further gave Louisiana and other states a legal opening for the continuance of slave labor.Chadd Scott, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
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It's loaded with features, including gaming extras and all major flavors of HDR, and its overall picture processing and screen uniformity are surprisingly solid for its class.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 8 Nov. 2024
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Trees were judged on size, shape, uniformity, density and color.Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.
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