staying power

Example Sentences

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Credit where credit is due, though, he’s already made a mark on the political discourse that will have the staying power of a jagged scar.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

That’s our call of the day from the head of BlackRock’s fundamental equities global technology team, Tony Kim, who says the AI trade has staying power because it’s totally rewiring the global economy.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

No matter the source, the phrasing has staying power.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

But it’s the songs that talk about brushing off stifling, trifling men, including the title track and “What Have You Done For Me Lately,” that have the most staying power.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

Bodega did something to the neighborhood, something with staying power, like a song that no one could possibly like but you, because you heard it at a time when your heart was breaking.

From "Bodega Dreams" by Ernesto Quinonez