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en•dur•ance
Pronunciation: (en-door'uns, -dyoor'-), [key]—
n.
1. the fact or power of enduring or bearing pain, hardships, etc.
2. the ability or strength to continue or last, esp. despite fatigue, stress, or other adverse conditions; stamina:
He has amazing physical endurance.
3. lasting quality; duration:
His friendships have little endurance.
4. something endured, as a hardship; trial.
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