enduring
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++LDOCE 5++en·dur·ing /ɪnˈdjʊərɪŋ $ ɪnˈdʊr-/ adjective continuing for a very long time 持久的，持续的 the enduring appeal of Shakespeare’s plays 莎士比亚戏剧经久不衰的感染力 enduring hatred 宿仇► see thesaurus at long —enduringly adverb an enduringly popular performer 一直走红的演员
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enduring• The friendships formed in her schooldays proved to be the most enduring.• Cartoons have a universal and enduring appeal.• Many enduring ballets have been inspired by stories from world literature.• Both are parodies of seminal religious figures with vast and enduring ideological legacies.• A strong enduring influence - a part of my voice that's his.• His childhood experiences had an enduring influence on his work.• His energetic commitment to the idea of openness and cutting through bureaucracy to give employees more responsibility will be an enduring legacy.• My most enduring memory of my father is watching him clean his rifle.• It was the first image William ever had of rats, and an enduring one.• Negotiators are working toward establishing an enduring peace in the region.• Many of our decisions will have enduring practical implications of what could be called a moral sort.• Pieces which have proved to be of enduring worth have passed from special conference song books into collections with a wider circulation.enduring appeal• Hence some of Dad's Army's enduring appeal.• The enduring appeal of the Workers Educational Association is that of the public house: all human life is there.• So what accounts for the enduring appeal of wild animal patterns?en·dur·ing adjectiveChineseSyllable
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enduring
en‧dur‧ing /ɪnˈdjʊərɪŋ $ ɪnˈdʊr-/
adjective
continuing for a very long time:
the enduring appeal of Shakespeare’s plays
enduring hatred
—enduringly adverb:
an enduringly popular performer
▪ long continuing for a long time: The film was very long. | There has been a long period without rain.
▪lengthy continuing for a long time, especially longer than you want or expect: Drivers face lengthy delays on all roads out of the city. | Police are going through the lengthy process of re-examining all the evidence. | He faces a lengthy prison sentence.
▪long-running [only before noun] continuing for a long time - used especially about disputes, campaigns, or shows: He has been involved in a long-running dispute with his neighbour. | The programme is one of the longest-running series on television. | a long-running campaign to prevent the airport from being built
▪long-lasting continuing for a long time – used especially about effects or relationships: Stress can have long-lasting effects. | While at the school, she made many long-lasting friendships.
▪protracted formal continuing for a long time, especially an unusually long time: Despite protracted negotiations, they were unable to reach an agreement. | The couple have been involved in a protracted battle for custody of their children.
▪prolonged continuing for a long time, especially longer than expected, or longer in a way that makes a situation worse: He returned to work after a prolonged absence. | Studies have linked prolonged use of the drug to cancer. | a prolonged period of economic decline
▪extended [only before noun] continuing for a long time - used especially about visits, trips, breaks etc that last longer than was planned: an extended stay in hospital | He took an extended break from work after his father died. | She didn’t like being away from home for extended periods.
▪lasting [only before noun] strong enough or great enough to continue for a long time: The negotiations were aimed at achieving a lasting peace. | This affair has done lasting damage to the President’s credibility. | The book left a lasting impression on me.
▪enduring continuing for a long time – used especially about memories, influences, or feelings of liking someone or something: One of my most enduring memories is of going on holiday to France with my parents. | the enduring appeal of Conan Doyle's stories | his enduring love for Ireland
▪marathon [only before noun] continuing for a very long time and needing a lot of energy, patience, or determination: It was a marathon session of talks which continued until 3 am. | He arrived after a marathon journey across Europe.
en‧dur‧ing /ɪnˈdjʊərɪŋ $ ɪnˈdʊr-/
adjectivecontinuing for a very long time:
—enduringly adverb:
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