staying power
noun
: capacity for continuing (as in existence, influence, or popularity) without weakening
Examples of staying power in a Sentence
a long-distance runner with a lot of staying power
a song with staying power
Her staying power as a pop icon is remarkable.
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Blend Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation While external rewards (like bonuses) are powerful, intrinsic motivation often has greater staying power.
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Mark Murphy, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
While Christmas classics dominate the singles chart, Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet has shown incredible staying power amidst the festive flurry.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2024
As dramatic as the Nautilus story has been in recent years, the staying power of this watch, as well as its status as a true horological icon, is undeniable.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2024
The staying power of the platform, which was founded just a year before the transaction, was still up in the air.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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Mark Murphy, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
While Christmas classics dominate the singles chart, Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet has shown incredible staying power amidst the festive flurry.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 30 Dec. 2024
As dramatic as the Nautilus story has been in recent years, the staying power of this watch, as well as its status as a true horological icon, is undeniable.
—Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 26 Dec. 2024
The staying power of the platform, which was founded just a year before the transaction, was still up in the air.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staying%20power. Accessed 8 Jan. 2025.
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