durable

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Health care has been one of the nation’s few durable sources of employment throughout the past few years, thanks to demand from older Americans.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

Also due are durable goods figures for February on Tuesday, followed by the third estimate of fourth-quarter gross domestic product and PCE inflation data for February on Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This means they can be aligned with fibers in textiles, creating more durable and conductive coatings for smart fabrics.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Some investors hoping for a more durable rebound have begun pinning their hopes on pension funds.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 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