as in sturdy
able to exist for a long time with retention of original qualities, abilities, or capabilities
durable fabric They were amazed at how durable the tent was despite its frequent use.
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Recent Examples of durable
Firms are beginning to treat infrastructure like equity—a durable layer of value that remains with the platform even after ownership changes.
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Genine Fallon, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Intex Above-Ground Ultra XTR Swimming Pool $1,854 $1,710 at Amazon
This above-ground pool is built to last, thanks to its durable three-ply PVC liner reinforced with polyester mesh, which the brand says is up to 50 percent tougher than standard liners.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 13 June 2025
Its durable construction with a bottom won’t slide around on your countertop.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
One of the biggest tests, though, on whether the price increases will prove durable, as many economists fear, or as temporary, the prism through which they're typically viewed, could largely depend on consumers, who drive nearly 70% of all economic activity.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 June 2025
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Genine Fallon, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Intex Above-Ground Ultra XTR Swimming Pool $1,854 $1,710 at Amazon
This above-ground pool is built to last, thanks to its durable three-ply PVC liner reinforced with polyester mesh, which the brand says is up to 50 percent tougher than standard liners.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 13 June 2025
Its durable construction with a bottom won’t slide around on your countertop.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2025
One of the biggest tests, though, on whether the price increases will prove durable, as many economists fear, or as temporary, the prism through which they're typically viewed, could largely depend on consumers, who drive nearly 70% of all economic activity.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for durable
sturdy
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Uwharrie National Forest About 1 hour and 15 minutes from Charlotte Pack sunscreen, bug spray, sturdy walking shoes, and lots of water and snacks for a day trip to Uwharrie National Forest—one of four national forests in North Carolina—and the Badin Lake Recreation Area.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Yet while hiring generally has slowed, other economists figured job growth remained sturdy last month as companies frustrated by labor shortages during the pandemic continued to curtail layoffs.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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“Durable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durable. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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