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enduring grief
[en-ˈdu̇r-iŋ ˈgrēf]
noun phrase
luto duradouro
1.
Deep sorrow or sadness that persists over a long period of time; prolonged mourning or bereavement
After losing her mother, she carried enduring grief that shaped the rest of her life.
Após perder sua mãe, ela carregava um luto duradouro que moldou o resto de sua vida.
2.
Continuous emotional pain from loss that does not diminish significantly with time
His enduring grief was evident in the way he spoke about his late friend.
Seu luto duradouro era evidente na forma como ele falava sobre seu falecido amigo.
Synonyms
prolonged sorrow
lasting mourning
persistent grief
deep sorrow
Antonyms
temporary sadness
fleeting grief
brief mourning
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
luto duradouro
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
tristeza prolongada
Alternative phrasing emphasizing sadness
São Paulo
dor persistente
Emphasizes the pain aspect of grief
Portugal
luto permanente
Slightly more formal; 'permanente' preferred over 'duradouro'
Related Idioms & Phrases
carry grief in one's heart
bear the weight of sorrow
mourn indefinitely
never quite get over it
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