unfailing
Americanadjective
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not failing; not giving way; not falling short of expectation; completely dependable.
an unfailing friend.
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inexhaustible; endless.
unfailing resources; unfailing good humor.
adjective
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not failing; unflagging
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continuous or unceasing
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sure; certain
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of unfailing
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at un- 1, failing
Example Sentences
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Unfailing courage, skill in the difficult art of managing men, and a deep devotion to the security and welfare of your country.
From Time Magazine Archive
Unfailing her reply to woman’s voiceIn supplication instant.
From A Reading of Life, Other Poems by Meredith, George
"You must have heard of Peabody's Unfailing Panacea."
From Risen from the Ranks Harry Walton's Success by Alger, Horatio
Unfailing vestals of the sky, As smiling thus ye weed from dread The soul ye court to muse on high.
From The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 12, No. 347, December 20, 1828 by Various
Ah! god unknown behind the Sacraments Unfailing of the earthly expiation, Lift up this amethyst-encumbered Vine, Crush from her pain some ransom-cup of Wine.
From The Hours of Fiammetta A Sonnet Sequence by Taylor, Rachel Annand
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