as in continuity
lasting or constant existence
Returning home between his travels gave him a sense of stability and permanence. All of the inks were tested for permanence on various surfaces.
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Recent Examples of permanence
The home’s slate roof, copper gutters and rock-solid foundation signal a different kind of luxury — one rooted less in square footage and more in construction, craftsmanship and permanence.
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David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The temporary and discursive structure allowed global visibility without institutional permanence.
—Daniel Birnbaum, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
But Jackson asked whether Congress could alter that definition, which could defeat the permanence of birthright citizenship that the authors of the 14th Amendment sought.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This participatory element extends the exhibition beyond visual engagement, emphasizing process over permanence.
—Olga Garcia-Mayoral, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
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David Caraccio
april 4, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2026
The temporary and discursive structure allowed global visibility without institutional permanence.
—Daniel Birnbaum, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026
But Jackson asked whether Congress could alter that definition, which could defeat the permanence of birthright citizenship that the authors of the 14th Amendment sought.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
This participatory element extends the exhibition beyond visual engagement, emphasizing process over permanence.
—Olga Garcia-Mayoral, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for permanence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for permanence
Noun
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While Jurado emphasized continuity, Councilmember Tim McOsker focused on how the city’s role may need to change as the region’s funding structure shifts.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Officials say that general counsel Karen Buffkin will serve in an acting leadership role to ensure continuity of operations while the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education determines next steps in the selection of new leadership.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Other Bennet Sister BritBox, May 6 Hadlow’s continuation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice imagines the fortunes of Mary Bennet, aka the boring (though not entirely ignored) one.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
30 Apr. 2026
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There’s comfort in the continuation of this world, from the same creative team.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Moon centers on your 2nd House of Value, where consistency reinforces results.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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Don’t leave without ordering the bread pudding for dessert, which is prepared in a deep fryer and is the perfect consistency.—
Anna Katherine Clemmons,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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In terms of durability, these are well-crafted.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
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Finding the right waterproof sandal is key, where quick-drying materials, durability, and customized comfort reign supreme.—
Lara Kramer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Apr. 2026
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Think about what that means for the stability of communities and cities and a whole country.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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April 20 – May 20 A small change today can quickly shift your sense of stability.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The trial was set to begin on May 26, but the parties asked for a lengthy continuance to pursue further discovery and discuss a possible settlement.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Because the case will be decided by Cook County Judge Carl Boyd instead of a jury, the trial is not subject to the same time pressures and may have long continuances.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Coated with a specialized surfactant to ensure cell safety, these sensors achieve molecular uniformity, function reliably under physiological conditions, and overcome the limitations of previous quantum sensing technologies.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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Justice Brett Kavanaugh emphasized that a major purpose of the federal law is to provide uniformity.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/permanence. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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