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enduring

adj. · v.
US //ɛnˈdjʊɹɪŋ// UK //ɛndjˈɔːɹɪŋ// en·dur·ing
  1. 1 long-lasting (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    lasting for a long time without changing or breaking.

    continuing to exist or remain effective over a long period without significant alteration.

    Example

    The book has an enduring appeal that attracts new readers every year.

    Example

    The architect's enduring legacy is visible in the city's skyline, where his structures have remained iconic for over a century.
  2. 2 suffering or continuing (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of dealing with something painful or continuing to exist.

    the present participle of 'endure', used to describe the ongoing act of tolerating hardship or persisting through time.

    Example

    After enduring a long winter, the villagers were happy to see the first flowers.

    Example

    By enduring years of rigorous training and physical hardship, the athlete finally secured a place on the national team.

    Usage

    As a verb, it is often followed by a noun phrase representing the hardship being tolerated.

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