as in enduring
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
her perennial pessimism was really starting to annoy her coworkers
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Recent Examples of perennial
During his tenure, Malone helped guide the Nuggets to eight straight winning seasons and six consecutive playoff appearances, firmly establishing the franchise as a perennial contender.
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The menu changes via season too, but perennial favorites include their momos (a Nepalese style dumpling) as well as their elk chop.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Even perennial non-winners Newcastle United have won the League Cup.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
In a state where perennial fire season has reached a crisis point for homeowners, the firefighters called to protect them and the insurers paid to cover their ever-mounting losses, wildfire experts are paying close attention.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The menu changes via season too, but perennial favorites include their momos (a Nepalese style dumpling) as well as their elk chop.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Even perennial non-winners Newcastle United have won the League Cup.
—George Caulkin, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
In a state where perennial fire season has reached a crisis point for homeowners, the firefighters called to protect them and the insurers paid to cover their ever-mounting losses, wildfire experts are paying close attention.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perennial
Adjective
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Its enduring relevance, uncanny foresight into technology and humanity, and now a season filled with resonant, top-tier performances make Season 7 its best Emmy contender in years.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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But Ovechkin is the most prolific, the most consistent, the most enduring — combining those legends’ finishing ability with a durability none could match, and doing it in a vastly more difficult era in which to score.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Police emphasized that the incident poses no ongoing threat to public safety.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The players’ union for the league on March 14 filed a grievance with the National Labor Relations Board, and ongoing negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement have failed to come to fruition.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is where the immortal pumps, kitten heels, and even boho wooden platforms come into play.—
Renata Joffre,
Glamour,
19 Apr. 2025
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Much later, in perhaps the movie’s most immortal scene, Darcy helps Elizabeth into a carriage by holding her ungloved hand.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But what’s even creepier is Remmick’s invitation to the holdouts to join them, promising an escape from dehumanizing cruelty into a fellowship that offers an eternal life of freedom and enlightenment.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Duke faithful may still be reeling from the shock of losing the national semifinal to Houston despite a 6-point lead with the ball in the final minute, but hope springs eternal in Durham.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For a musical, and a musical within a musical, that gives lip service to her cultural value, Smash The Musical treats Monroe as a perpetual punchline.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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That’s how desperate Jason is to cling to his happy place — although the next 24 hours could prove traumatic enough to finally snap him out of his perpetual adolescence.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.—
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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With sturdy stems for cutting, these blooms stand tall in the garden, providing lasting structure even as flowers fade.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2025
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More on cystic acne: Cystic acne can cause pain, shame and lasting scars.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Perennial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perennial. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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