unfailing
not failing; not giving way; not falling short of expectation; completely dependable: an unfailing friend.
inexhaustible; endless: unfailing resources; unfailing good humor.
Origin of unfailing
1Other words from unfailing
- un·fail·ing·ly, adverb
- un·fail·ing·ness, noun
Words Nearby unfailing
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How to use unfailing in a sentence
Strengthened by the unfailing support of her family, she refused to let the laws, her imperfect eyesight, the disapproval of some of her idols or the entrenched misogyny of the military derail her.
After breaking military barriers, Amy McGrath came to question the mission | Elizabeth Samet | August 27, 2021 | Washington PostHe was renowned for his wit, disarming his critics with unfailing humor.
He has the potential to complicate the unfailing friendliness of Jimmy Fallon by peppering in a little bite.
Seth Meyers Gets Off to a Rocky Start on 'Late Night' | Kevin Fallon | February 25, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST“He had an unfailing ability to make just the right gesture at just the right time,” de Klerk wrote.
Plus, a phone call from “NSFWCorp” is an unfailing conversation piece.
Journalism’s Least Safe and Most Intriguing Site: NSFWCorp.com | Winston Ross | August 10, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
The Golden Girls were honest and relatable, but there was something more: intense, unfailing, real friendships.
La Source was a devoted Christian, and found, in the consolations of piety, an unfailing support.
Madame Roland, Makers of History | John S. C. AbbottIn Nicholas Rubinstein he found a powerful friend and ally, who supported his enterprise for twenty years with unfailing energy.
The Life & Letters of Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky | Modeste TchaikovskyNorth had ability, tact, knowledge, and an unfailing good temper; he was well educated and of high moral character.
The Political History of England - Vol. X. | William HuntA series of stories that will give unfailing entertainment and instruction.
Thoughts on Educational Topics and Institutions | George S. BoutwellA gallant tale, written with unfailing freshness and spirit.
Wayside Courtships | Hamlin Garland
British Dictionary definitions for unfailing
/ (ʌnˈfeɪlɪŋ) /
not failing; unflagging
continuous or unceasing
sure; certain
Derived forms of unfailing
- unfailingly, adverb
- unfailingness, noun
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