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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The sequel’s impressive staying power is thanks to several factors, including glowing word-of-mouth, an A-list ensemble led by Timothee Chalamet and Zendaya, and interest in Imax and other premium formats.
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 21 Apr. 2024
Green onions Green onions – which are perennials in Southern California’s climate – are a great choice because of their staying power in the garden, Sparks said.
—Alex Groves, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2024
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Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 21 Apr. 2024
Green onions Green onions – which are perennials in Southern California’s climate – are a great choice because of their staying power in the garden, Sparks said.
—Alex Groves, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2024
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“Staying power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/staying%20power. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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