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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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Instead, she and her cofounder, Louisa Pierce, replaced the material with more durable hardwood flooring throughout the upper level.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Since early April, the U.S. and Iran have operated a fragile ceasefire, while seeking a more durable end to the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

However, Acree believes this could be the start of a more durable recovery in analog semiconductors, “particularly given the markets consistently improving demand signals across a mix of end markets.”

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 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