long-lasting

Example Sentences

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He later revealed the ordeal had a long-lasting effect on his mental health.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“This ensures long-lasting protections for current and future generations,” Amy Wong, co-founder of the group San Gabriel Valley Progressive Action, said of the vote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Present-day financial stress can have long-lasting implications on a person’s future retirement — putting millions of Americans with money worries at risk.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

New orders for long-lasting goods like televisions, appliances and cars were up by 7.9% in April to $346 billion, after a 1.3% increase in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Since the chlorinated hydrocarbons are persistent and long-lasting, each application is merely added to the quantity remaining from the previous one.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson