as in stamina
ability or willingness to carry on despite danger, difficulty, or obstacle
Only those with supreme tenaciousness will be able to complete this epic trek through an unforgiving landscape.
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Recent Examples of tenaciousness
At 6 feet 9 and 255 pounds, Johnson is a unit of a forward, with all the tenaciousness and intensity needed to carve out a pro career.
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Brendan Marks, New York Times, 9 May 2026
There was a tenaciousness from Minnesota down the stretch in what ended up being a 75-58 win over Green Bay.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 21 Mar. 2026
Because of the tenaciousness of collectors, Air Jordan release information leaks at a rate and with a lead time unmatched by any other sneakers.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Brendan Marks, New York Times, 9 May 2026
There was a tenaciousness from Minnesota down the stretch in what ended up being a 75-58 win over Green Bay.
—Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 21 Mar. 2026
Because of the tenaciousness of collectors, Air Jordan release information leaks at a rate and with a lead time unmatched by any other sneakers.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tenaciousness
Noun
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What happens after students lose mental stamina?—
Rachel Konrad,
Time,
9 Dec. 2025
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That’s just a matter of stamina and extremes in the circumstances of the scene.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
9 Dec. 2025
Noun
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This isn’t the hybrid motor in the back of an endurance prototype or a diesel engine designed to run 24 hours nonstop.—
Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
11 June 2026
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As mentioned, crunches focus on aspects of core endurance, which helps the abdominal muscles support and stabilize the spine during everyday activities.—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Police will forward findings to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office for review and determination of charges.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
11 June 2026
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This World Cup, like Yamal’s sentiments, reflects FIFA’s determination to chart a new course and, as its critics charge, a disregard for the sport’s past and its millions of fans.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Noun
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But in this series, the Knicks showed greater maturity and tenacity.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
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Hart was admired in the program because of his tenacity.—
CJ Moore,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Controlling invasive species organically takes time, effort, and persistence.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Dec. 2025
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After decades of quiet persistence in their trade, global recognition recently arrived for Maysara Winery, located in the rolling hills of Oregon wine country.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
7 Dec. 2025
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His speeches tend to circle the same themes — perseverance, self-belief, gratitude — without ever landing with the precision Jelly’s display.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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Castle Rock Entertainment, the company he co-founded, produced the film and many others that are rooted in hope and perseverance.—
Time,
Time,
10 June 2026
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California — and America — now desperately need the courage for another moral intervention.—
Tom Debley,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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Hamer signed up and, through her courage, charisma, and oratory, quickly drew ardent disciples and ruthless adversaries.—
Ta-Nehisi Coates,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
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“Tenaciousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tenaciousness. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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