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more durable

ADJECTIVE

sturdy, long-lasting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dependable enduring lasting permanent reliable stable strong tenacious

WEAK

abiding constant diuturnal fast firm fixed impervious long-continued perdurable perduring persistent resistant sound stout substantial tough

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ephemeral irresponsible temporary unreliable weak

WEAK

fragile impermanent poorly made undependable unsturdy

Example Sentences

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

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

However, a more durable truce would lower inflation risk and in turn limit the chance of Federal Reserve rate hikes, supporting nonyielding gold, they said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

By converting these drugs into ring-shaped forms, scientists may be able to make them more durable and effective.

From Science Daily • Apr. 28, 2026

The top four qualifiers started on softer, high-grip “alternate” tires to establish position while the rest of the grid started on harder, more durable “primaries” to manage degradation on the 110-degree track surface.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

When I get home, I’ll replace the bark rope with rawhide, as that will be more durable.

From "On the Far Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George