Adjective
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lasting a long time without change
"a lasting relationship"
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retained
not shed
"persistent leaves remain attached past maturity"
"the persistent gills of fishes"
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existing for a long time
"hopes for a durable peace"
"a long-lasting friendship"
- long lasting - long lived -
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
"permanent secretary to the president"
"permanent address"
"literature of permanent value"