permanence
noun
per·ma·nence
ˈpər-mə-nən(t)s 
ˈpərm-nən(t)s
: the quality or state of being permanent : durability
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Surrounded by drying pines, lodge was destined to burn
If the Canyon tells the story of permanence, the settlements on the rim are the soul of impermanence.
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Tom Zoellner, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
Due to the risks associated with these procedures as well as their permanence, these treatments must be reserved for severe cases of odor and sweating.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 18 June 2025
Here at Royal Copenhagen, the focus often lies on permanence.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
Legal uncertainty around the permanence of green-card status also grew following a Justice Department argument that the government could revoke lawful residency at any time, citing a high-profile legal case before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
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Tom Zoellner, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
Due to the risks associated with these procedures as well as their permanence, these treatments must be reserved for severe cases of odor and sweating.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 18 June 2025
Here at Royal Copenhagen, the focus often lies on permanence.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 17 June 2025
Legal uncertainty around the permanence of green-card status also grew following a Justice Department argument that the government could revoke lawful residency at any time, citing a high-profile legal case before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals.
—Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for permanence
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/permanence. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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