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lasting
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adjective
(= permanent)
continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
permanent secretary to the president
permanent address
literature of permanent value
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adjective
(= durable, long-lasting)
existing for a long time
hopes for a durable peace
a long-lasting friendship
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adjective
lasting a long time without change
a lasting relationship
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adjective
(= persistent)
retained; not shed
persistent leaves remain attached past maturity
the persistent gills of fishes
preferences
noun
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user-specified settings of parameters in computer software