as in ongoing
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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as in experiencing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it
an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life
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as in tolerating
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
at some point we all have to endure the loss of a beloved pet
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as in lasting
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the fashion business is built on change, since nobody expects a particular clothing style to endure
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Recent Examples of enduring
Jane Horowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The best creations feel every bit as enduring as those that came before.
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Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Mac Cerullo,
Hartford Courant,
28 June 2026
For a population already enduring poverty, these double-punch earthquakes have struck at the worst possible moment.
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John Liu,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
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The painting depicts Mary Magdalene with long, flowing hair, draped in a regal red garment and clutching a skull — a contemporary interpretation of one of Christianity’s most enduring figures.
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Jane Horowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The best creations feel every bit as enduring as those that came before.
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Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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In fact, after enduring some early growing pains Watson has actually been quite good since the middle of May.
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Mac Cerullo,
Hartford Courant,
28 June 2026
For a population already enduring poverty, these double-punch earthquakes have struck at the worst possible moment.
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John Liu,
CNN Money,
25 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring
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Amid the ongoing domestic assault investigation, Mortensen filed for a protective order against Paul on March 19, according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE.
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The talks come after the Qatari prime minister met with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Tuesday to discuss ongoing US-Iran talks and regional developments.
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In 2023, more than a decade after a experiencing season-ending racing injuries, Muniz decided to pursue his dream of NASCAR racing full-throttle and announced his return to stock car racing in the ARCA Menards Series.
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According to her defense, Bland was experiencing hallucinations and believed she was being instructed to baptize her family members.
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The obvious reading is that workers want the freedom to leave, so the finding becomes an argument for tolerating churn.
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The Republican Party has spent years tolerating its own forms of political extremism.
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The night's special honors include the inaugural Living Legend Icon Award for Lauryn Hill and the first-ever Icon of the Year Award for Teyana Taylor, recognizing their lasting impact on music and culture.
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That might be the real secret behind Jones' lasting more than a century.
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Lobo As the cigar-smoking, alien, bounty hunter who teams up with Supergirl, Lobo possesses immense strength and is essentially immortal, having lived for hundreds of years.
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The closest the visually drab movie comes to excitement is the introduction of an amusing if underused Jason Momoa as Lobo, an immortal bounty hunter who looks like a heavy-metal god (or maybe a lost member of Kiss), chomping on a fat cigar and roaring around on his flying motorcycle.
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LaVine appeared in only 39 games last season after undergoing season-ending surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right hand.
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From the factory floor to the small business ledger, the tech ecosystem is undergoing a massive shift toward hyper-automation and deep data visibility.
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Unguarded and standing inside the 6-yard box, Spain's Pedro Porro redirected a pass by Álex Baena perfectly into the net for a 2-0 lead in the 66th minute.
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This winning series captures a row of poplar trees planted along the banks of the River Po in Italy, which are natural guardians against flooding, now standing immersed in perfectly still water beneath soft, diffused light.
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In a large bowl beat butter, oil, and the remaining 1/2 cup honey with a mixer on medium 30 seconds.
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The remaining four states restrict participation through state education agencies or athletic association rules rather than official state legislation.
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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enduring. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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