Built-to-last
What it means
Designed and made to remain useful for a long time.
Reach for it when praising deliberate durability and repairable construction
The built-to-last table has replaceable joints and a repair guide.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
Fits when frequent use causes little visible wear
Careful Hard-wearing fits materials and clothing better than software or institutions.
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warm
Fits when craft and construction quality are visible
Careful Well-made does not prove long service under real conditions.
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professional
Fits when resistance to wear is supported by material or test evidence
Careful Durable does not show whether repair or long-term support is possible.
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professional
Fits when extended useful life is the direct claim
Careful Long-lasting can result from light use rather than strong construction.
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professional
Fits when the design tolerates stress and variation
Careful Robust may be heavy or fault-tolerant without lasting for years.
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literary
Fits when continued existence or appeal over time deserves emphasis
Careful Enduring can describe ideas and affection without physical durability.
Opposites 3
- disposable
- fragile
- short-lived
Common phrases 3
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built-to-last furniture
Built-to-last furniture needs parts that future owners can replace.
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built-to-last design
The built-to-last design uses standard screws instead of glue.
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built-to-last quality
Built-to-last quality became clear after the tenth season of repairs.
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