staying power

American  

noun

1. ability or strength to last or endure; endurance; stamina.

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staying power British  

noun

1. endurance; stamina

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staying power Idioms  

1. The ability to endure or last, as in I'm not sure that this young novelist will have staying power, or Our candidate definitely has staying power. This expression comes from racing, where it means “the strength to maintain speed through a race.” [Second half of 1800s]

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Etymology

Origin of staying power

First recorded in 1855–60

Example Sentences

“It was designed to reward companies that have already earned their place through profitability, staying power, and the patience of real markets.”

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

“I’m a little bit surprised at the staying power of the story,” said Julie Su, the Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

But developments in the options market are starting to raise questions about the strength of the spring rally and its staying power into the summer months.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Credit where credit is due, though, he’s already made a mark on the political discourse that will have the staying power of a jagged scar.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

I've got staying power even though I'm short on sleep.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins

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