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“Permanence” or “Permanents”

permanence / permanents are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term.

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Definitions

What each term means

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permanence p·ER·m·ah·n·ah·n·s

  • nounthe property of being able to exist for an indefinite duration.

permanents

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

Usage

Examples in context

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“permanence”

  • …to utilize features like object permanence.
  • …certified the Canary Islands side's permanence.
  • …social changes are implemented, the permanence of such changes, and the…
  • …on physical rather than electrical permanence of the integrated circuit, although…
  • …each affirm the depth and permanence of their connection.
  • …sapphire ball stylus was its permanence.

“permanents”

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