lasting structure
[/ˈlɑːstɪŋ ˈstrʌktʃər/]
noun phrasepl: lasting structures
estrutura duradoura
1. A building, framework, or system designed to endure and remain functional over an extended period of time
The ancient Roman aqueducts are a lasting structure that has survived for over two thousand years.
Os aquedutos romanos antigos são uma estrutura duradoura que sobreviveu por mais de dois mil anos.
2. An institution, organization, or relationship established with the intention of permanence and stability
They built a lasting structure for their business partnership with clear contracts and shared values.
Eles construíram uma estrutura duradoura para sua parceria comercial com contratos claros e valores compartilhados.
The concept of 'lasting structure' is highly valued in both Brazilian and American cultures, particularly in architecture, business, and institutional contexts. In Brazil, there is cultural emphasis on preserving historical structures (patrimônio histórico), while in the USA, lasting structures often represent American resilience and industrial heritage.
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