as in ability
the quality or trait that allows someone or something to continue to be effective, successful, popular, etc., for a long period of time
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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Recent Examples of staying power
This liner's staying power is so impressive that Allure senior news editor Nicola Dall'Asen has abided by Venom, a true-plum shade, for the past five-plus years.
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Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 8 Sep. 2024
Each such entry in the space is a crucial, tangible representation of Black life, further solidifying our cultural staying power via their shelf lives; Jannah and Kiyanna’s book seeks to contribute to that growing canon.
—Shelli Nicole, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
Songs For a Nervous Planet and Tears for Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film) do a great job of showing your songs’ staying power.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 22 Oct. 2024
Baby’s first home has some staying power, not unlike Fisher Prices’ other non-biodegradable heirlooms, according to new research by Edelman Financial Engines.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2024
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Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 8 Sep. 2024
Each such entry in the space is a crucial, tangible representation of Black life, further solidifying our cultural staying power via their shelf lives; Jannah and Kiyanna’s book seeks to contribute to that growing canon.
—Shelli Nicole, Architectural Digest, 25 Oct. 2024
Songs For a Nervous Planet and Tears for Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film) do a great job of showing your songs’ staying power.
—Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 22 Oct. 2024
Baby’s first home has some staying power, not unlike Fisher Prices’ other non-biodegradable heirlooms, according to new research by Edelman Financial Engines.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for staying power
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This increase is attributed to the full integration of Ranco and its ability to acquire inventory and retain new customers.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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Last year, the U.S. government and the European Commission both published reports on the technology, with the White House proposing a potential research program with one of the objectives being to develop the ability to detect use or experimentation by others.Lara Williams, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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Lim said that production and creative talent should expand their range of co-operation.Patrick Frater, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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Both parties, of course, ultimately stood by their call, and they were vindicated in the end, but according to executives and on-air talent at multiple TV networks that spoke with The Hollywood Reporter, the lessons of that call are still being felt.Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Nov. 2024
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Lynch even started his own foundation to share the skill with others struggling with trauma and toxic stress.Gabriella Rudy, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Boxing classes can be a healthy way to help relieve stress, while also growing confidence in self-defense skills.Carolyn Burt, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
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Whether shoppers are searching for practical gifts or looking to splurge a little, the year’s sales present a prime opportunity to shop and save.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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Your gift recipient can recreate a spa experience at home with this plush robe.Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 5 Nov. 2024
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Flashback: That road prowess followed the team to Seattle this week, where Houston held the No. 4-seed Sounders scoreless, forcing a penalty shoot-out.Jay R. Jordan, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024
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The potential return of the Tasmanian tiger will be a culmination of efforts from scientists at the University of Melbourne, the technological prowess of Colossal Biosciences and the genetic contributions of a pickled 110-year old thylacine head.Scott Travers, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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