long-lasting

American  

[lawng-las-ting, -lah-sting, long-] / ˈlɔŋˈlæs tɪŋ, -ˈlɑ stɪŋ, ˈlɒŋ- /

adjective

1. enduring or existing for a long period of time.

   a long-lasting friendship.

2. effective for a relatively long period of time.

   a long-lasting pain reliever.

3. resisting the effects of wear or use over a long period.

   a long-lasting fabric used for work clothes.

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Etymology

Origin of long-lasting

First recorded in 1520–30

Example Sentences

Analysts are now forecasting longer-lasting upheaval—and higher crude prices.

From The Wall Street Journal

Scientists have repeatedly cautioned that human-driven climate change is making severe weather events - such as intense, long-lasting downpours - more frequent and more severe.

From BBC

The question is, was that farewell for now or something more long-lasting?

From BBC

"Stagflation makes central banks very uncomfortable, a longer-lasting energy shock is inflationary and at the same time it weakens growth."

From Barron's

Data center developers that can add long-lasting batteries and help utilities keep the lights on through tough moments are likely to get connected to the grid faster, Jaramillo said.

From Barron's

Related Words

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