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durable

[door-uh-buhl, dyoor-] / ˈdʊər ə bəl, ˈdyʊər- /


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“That’s a big bet on xAI getting a durable competitive advantage over the competition in the coming years,” Morrison said, pointing to the AI business’s string of losses since it was founded three years ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Teeth are the most durable part of the skeleton and often survive long after the rest of the body has decayed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Advantest’s system-on-chip tester has also become the industry standard with over 60% market share, giving it a durable economic moat that should be difficult for any competitors to erode, the analyst adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“We are looking for more durable lenders,” said Song at Diamond Hill.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

She loved experimenting with differing amounts of pigments and binders, seeking the clearest, most durable colors.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman




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