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
Both of these will amplify that creamy base and give you amped up staying power without overwhelming the floral heart.
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Frequently asked questions Long-lasting lipsticks get their staying power from three main types of ingredients.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
Through interviews and archival footage, Rebel Superstar shows how Taylor mastered the art of turning public scandal into staying power and, in the process, helped invent the modern celebrity playbook.
—Adisa Hargett-Robinson, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
Black Bottom Pie, Weidmann’s Meridian, Mississippi Open since 1879, and located in the same building since 1923, Weidmann’s staying power is legendary in itself.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
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Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 10 Oct. 2025
Frequently asked questions Long-lasting lipsticks get their staying power from three main types of ingredients.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 10 Oct. 2025
Through interviews and archival footage, Rebel Superstar shows how Taylor mastered the art of turning public scandal into staying power and, in the process, helped invent the modern celebrity playbook.
—Adisa Hargett-Robinson, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
Black Bottom Pie, Weidmann’s Meridian, Mississippi Open since 1879, and located in the same building since 1923, Weidmann’s staying power is legendary in itself.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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This Epicka Universal Travel Adapter is a T+L favorite overall pick due to its four different plug types that are compatible with over 200 sockets worldwide and its ability to charge up to six devices at once.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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The key to raising emotionally resilient kids is the ability to repair.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The Browns clearly need help at the wide receiver position, but Gabriel's arm talent has not stuck out much.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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The supermodel sisters have been very vocal about Mohamed's culinary talents.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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Coming into Week 8, Skattebo ranked inside the top five in football in rushing touchdowns with five on the season, the highest of any of the Giants skill position players.—
Reice Shipley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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The same is true of his offensive line, as well as the surrounding skill and coaching.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
26 Oct. 2025
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The city has a wealth of outdoor activities and arts and cultural events, according to the Wisconsin Department of Tourism, including downhill skiing at the Granite Peak Ski Area, cross-country skiing, the annual Art World craft and gift festival, and more.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Perfect Gift for Coffee Aficionados Beyond improving your own morning routine, Gaines’ vanilla sugar blend is also a thoughtful gift.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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The Fix Our Forests Act will help to unleash the conservation prowess of ranchers by limiting frivolous litigation and streamlining government processes to reduce fuel loads on the landscape at a much faster pace.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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Boys participated in tournaments that tested their martial prowess, glorifying the idea of fighting on behalf of Putin.—
Tetiana Kotelnykova,
The Atlantic,
22 Oct. 2025
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