endurance
Americannoun
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the fact or power of enduring or bearing pain, hardships, etc.
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the ability or strength to continue or last, especially despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions; stamina.
He has amazing physical endurance.
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lasting quality; duration.
His friendships have little endurance.
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something endured, as a hardship; trial.
noun
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the capacity, state, or an instance of enduring
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something endured; a hardship, strain, or privation
Related Words
See patience.
Etymology
Origin of endurance
Example Sentences
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The hostage crisis continues to cast a long shadow over Israeli society; even as many take heart from the families' message of endurance and solidarity.
From BBC
The team also found better muscle endurance and less fat buildup in the liver.
From Science Daily
The finished lattice appears remarkably delicate, yet producing it demanded extraordinary time and physical endurance.
From Science Daily
When nations clash, military prowess is important—but don’t forget about endurance, supply and alliances.
The play has been edited, but it’s still a bit of an endurance test.
From Los Angeles Times
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