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
Stretch denim’s staying power in the market is partly owed to fiber companies’ willingness to evolve and adapt to the market’s ever-changing needs.
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 24 Feb. 2026
The next stretch of their collaboration will test the partners’ staying power as rivals unleash competing products.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
On the franchise’s staying power in a genre historically dominated by male stars, Mukerji credits its unflinching subject matter.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Preppy continues to have staying power in menswear.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
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Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 24 Feb. 2026
The next stretch of their collaboration will test the partners’ staying power as rivals unleash competing products.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
On the franchise’s staying power in a genre historically dominated by male stars, Mukerji credits its unflinching subject matter.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Preppy continues to have staying power in menswear.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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But unlike at some jungle retreats, which demand a certain ability to rough it, even the most spider-averse will feel at home here—kids in particular.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Leo moon tests your ability to lighten up when unexpected pleasures come knocking.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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Some programs have built their identity on hard coaching or amassing the most talent possible, and while Campbell isn’t soft on his players, he’s opted to create a culture of joy that’s led to TCU signing Van Lith and Miles.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Mar. 2026
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But fans online have panned the card for lacking top talent such as former two-division champion Jon Jones, who requested his release from the UFC immediately after being excluded from the White House show.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Sure, the equipment is better, the skill level higher, the compensation astronomical.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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What looks at first like a cooking class, is actually a doctor's appointment designed to help children and families build real-life skills around food and health.—
Breana Pitts,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The pup was a gift to their eldest daughter Arabella for her eighth birthday in 2019.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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Kadas highlights that users can send gift coffee packages embedded with a QR code and a personalized message that links recipients directly to the app.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Camila Pizarro, a 32-year-old publicist and BTS fan, told CNN that the group’s multidisciplinary prowess lends to their appeal.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
22 Mar. 2026
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But, because this common internet hack lacks the flavor, thickness, and baking prowess of cultured buttermilk, many professionals don’t recommend it.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/staying%20power. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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