staying power

noun

1. ability or strength to last or endure; endurance; stamina.

staying power

noun

1. endurance; stamina

Word History and Origins

Origin of staying power¹

First recorded in 1855–60

Idioms and Phrases

The ability to endure or last, as in I'm not sure that this young novelist will have staying power, or Our candidate definitely has staying power. This expression comes from racing, where it means “the strength to maintain speed through a race.” [Second half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

"His continuity, his down-to-earth nature and his staying power in remaining as an unlisted, independent company have always been a huge inspiration for me personally," Smith wrote on social media.

From BBC

“We have to evaluate these emerging technologies to determine which ones may have staying power, which ones may be cost-effective,” Lyster said.

From Los Angeles Times

The Dodgers have quelled plenty of challengers during their reign in the division, but the Padres have shown enough staying power to fuel increasingly contentious bouts.

From Los Angeles Times

The staying power of “Sunset,” 75 years on, is due in large part to its ability to contain such multitudes.

From Los Angeles Times

The staying power of movies like “How to Train Your Dragon” and “Lilo & Stitch” shows the continued draw of family-friendly films at the box office, which have been major winners since the spring.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• endurance 
• fortitude 
• grit 
• resilience 
• tolerance 
• vitality