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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The only pairs that earned our seal of approval were durable enough to stand up to sweat, secure enough to wear while sprinting, and safe enough to run with outdoors.
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Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 23 Apr. 2025
According to scientists at the University of Nottingham, however, such substances can be pricey, not very effective, and/or not sufficiently durable.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Apr. 2025
Michigan’s Will Campbell — Campbell’s a fantastic athlete for his size (6-foot-6, 320 pounds) who is durable and battle-tested.
—Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
The chair is extremely durable and supports up to 700 pounds.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 23 Apr. 2025
According to scientists at the University of Nottingham, however, such substances can be pricey, not very effective, and/or not sufficiently durable.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Apr. 2025
Michigan’s Will Campbell — Campbell’s a fantastic athlete for his size (6-foot-6, 320 pounds) who is durable and battle-tested.
—Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2025
The chair is extremely durable and supports up to 700 pounds.
—Christopher Murray, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for durable
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“Durable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/durable. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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