Definitions
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- adjective withstanding long use without deterioration; resistant to damage.
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- adjective capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay
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Examples
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Installation is simple and with attention to detail it is possible to make a high performance, long-wearing cable setup.
Resistance is futile: Sealed cable options for a hassle-free cyclocross season. 2010
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It's all long-wearing, reasonably priced, and extremely polished.
Boing Boing 2009
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Makeup pros at the beauty counter can teach you all the tricks to help you can get through the day with minimal fluffing, such as switching to long-wearing lipstick, zapping shine with blotting tissues and using invisible mineral powder for fast touch-ups.
The Self-Directed Makeover Teri Agins 2010
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What we know is that long-wearing tires offer value and safety, but all-weather grip declines as the tire wears out.
Tires: Bittersweet ending to this year’s tread life testing 2010
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The Michelin garnered an excellent overall score, just behind its sibling the long-wearing Michelin HydroEdge.
Fuel-efficient tires tested: Continental ProContact ECOPLUS+, Cooper GFE, Michelin Energy Saver A/S 2010
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The Michelin garnered an excellent overall score, just behind its sibling the long-wearing Michelin HydroEdge.
Fuel-efficient tires tested: Continental ProContact ECOPLUS+, Cooper GFE, Michelin Energy Saver A/S 2010
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• Tarte's LipSurgence Natural Lip Stain is a lightweight alternative to the long-wearing lipsticks that can cake and feel dry.
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• Tarte's LipSurgence Natural Lip Stain is a lightweight alternative to the long-wearing lipsticks that can cake and feel dry.
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What we know is that long-wearing tires offer value and safety, but all-weather grip declines as the tire wears out.
Tires: Bittersweet ending to this year’s tread life testing 2010
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During the summer months, when you're constantly outdoors and on the go, I suggest using a water-proof 3 day long-wearing mascara.
Felicia C. Sullivan: Interview: Entrepreneur Carol Shaw, Founder of LORAC 2009
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