long-lasting

adjective

: existing or continuing for a long time
a book that has long-lasting significance
The trip had a long-lasting effect on me.

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Harvester ants defend themselves using neurotoxic venom that causes intense, long-lasting, stinging pain in mammals. — Rj MacKenzie, Popular Science, 1 Nov. 2026 Each model has also been upgraded with durable Vibram rubber outsoles to give it long-lasting traction that will last through multiple winters. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026 An abundance of long-lasting, 7-inch white flowers covers the tree from late spring to early summer. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026 Others praised the long-lasting color, which mirrored my experience. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for long-lasting

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“Long-lasting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/long-lasting. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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