as in ability
the quality or trait that allows someone or something to continue to be effective, successful, popular, etc., for a long period of time
a long-distance runner with a lot of staying power a song with staying power Her staying power as a pop icon is remarkable.
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Recent Examples of staying power
If indeed the staying power of a particular kind of housing is one measure of the success of that housing, then these results would seem to confirm that bungalow courts work.
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Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Some vaccines contain a minute amount of aluminum salt that serves as an adjuvant – a helper ingredient that improves the quality and staying power of the immune response, so each dose can protect with less antigen.
—Jake Scott, The Conversation, 26 June 2025
But the Big Apple has proved its staying power with new reasons for visitors to return.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 24 June 2025
And yet, no animated film has had quite the staying power as Spirited Away, which seems likely to make the overall list’s top ten and featured on the lists of Bryce Dallas Howard, Molly Ringwald, and John Turturro.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 June 2025
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Eric Duvall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2025
Some vaccines contain a minute amount of aluminum salt that serves as an adjuvant – a helper ingredient that improves the quality and staying power of the immune response, so each dose can protect with less antigen.
—Jake Scott, The Conversation, 26 June 2025
But the Big Apple has proved its staying power with new reasons for visitors to return.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 24 June 2025
And yet, no animated film has had quite the staying power as Spirited Away, which seems likely to make the overall list’s top ten and featured on the lists of Bryce Dallas Howard, Molly Ringwald, and John Turturro.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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Their ability to unify data, automate execution and adapt messaging at scale enables marketing teams to move faster, work smarter and engage customers more meaningfully than ever before.—
Aleks Farseev,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Like their daughter, Julia and Henry have the ability to pass through time using the standing stones at Craigh Na Dun.—
Maureen Lee Lenker Published,
EW.com,
22 July 2025
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When cap space is at an abundance but impact players aren’t as readily available on the trade and free-agent market, acquiring high-end talent becomes a bigger win than ever.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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Despite the car's issues, Verstappen's talent behind the wheel enabled him to win his fourth championship, but Perez found the car too difficult to drive.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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Officials have also suggested that the Army veteran could have selected a spot in the wilderness to hide at using his outdoor skills obtained through mountain survival school.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Using her matchmaking skills, penchant for makeovers and social status, Cher helps those around her find love while navigating the politics of high school.—
Julia Emmanuele,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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For its 88th birthday, Krispy Kreme is giving customers a gift: a deal on a dozen doughnuts.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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Products to choose from include books, apparel, toys, candy, antiques, jewelry, gifts, accessories, flowers, games, home decor, popcorn and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
19 July 2025
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In the ensuing 18 years, Dark Matter Coffee has shown its prowess.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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However, with no proven track record of making powerful and reliable engines, Red Bull has a heavy weight on its shoulders, and Verstappen's confidence in the team's technical prowess is yet to be known.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying%20power. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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