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long-lasting

[lawng-las-ting, -lah-sting, long-] / ˈlɔŋˈlæs tɪŋ, -ˈlɑ stɪŋ, ˈlɒŋ- /
ADJECTIVE
enduring
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She warned of a "severe and long-lasting" consequence.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

The Met Office says heatwaves in the UK are becoming "more frequent, long-lasting, and intense".

From BBC Jul. 16, 2026

But if Japan were to make substantive changes to how its pension funds invest and repatriate their overseas holdings, the effects would be much more significant and long-lasting.

From MarketWatch Jul. 14, 2026

The CTA said after reviewing the measure, its council of delegates “determined that this policy will not provide the sustainable and long-lasting funding that our schools and communities deserve.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

The chairs and sofas were to be comfortable, sturdy, and long-lasting.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman




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