endurance
noun
en·dur·ance
in-ˈdu̇r-ən(t)s 
-ˈdyu̇r-,
en-
1
: the ability to withstand hardship or adversity
especially
: the ability to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity
a marathon runner's endurance
2
: the act or an instance of enduring or suffering
endurance of many hardships
3
: permanence, duration
the endurance of the play's importance
Examples of endurance in a Sentence
The exercise program is designed to increase both strength and endurance.
the endurance of his love for his wife was not arrested even by her death
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Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 30 May 2025
Every element of the course was designed to test the limits of precision and mental endurance.
—Tim Corlett, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
Besides the fact that endurance athletes like runners and cyclists can also benefit from greater strength and power, there are other reasons many are adding creatine to their routines.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 28 May 2025
Plank The soldier must maintain a proper plank position for as long as possible, testing muscular endurance and balance.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for endurance
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“Endurance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endurance. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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endurance
noun
en·dur·ance
in-ˈd(y)u̇r-ən(t)s
1
: the quality of lasting or of being permanent
2
: the ability to withstand hardship, adversity, or stress
athletes need to develop endurance
3
: suffering sense 1
endurance of many hardships
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