The phrase "abiding enthusiasm" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a persistent or enduring sense of excitement or passion about something.
Example: "Her abiding enthusiasm for environmental conservation inspired many in the community to take action."
Alternatives: "lasting enthusiasm" or "enduring passion".
Today, it was hard to find an abiding sense of enthusiasm in the Gore or Bush camps -- in some cases it was more a sense of relief -- even as top officials on both sides said their candidates had met their basic objectives in the 90-minute encounter.
An abiding memory, beside his enthusiasm and curiosity, is of his appreciation of people, exemplified in his love and concern for his family and friends, and in his elegant and gracious funeral orations to fallen comrades (often friends, as well), for which he was understandably much appreciated.
Yet coupled with her enthusiasm for the new was an abiding appreciation of the way of life in which she was raised.
However, further etymological digging by my researcher, Elizabeth Phillips, reveals earlier usage -- with a related meaning of "exhibit excited enthusiasm" -- by a cantankerous right-wing commentator with an abiding interest in the American language.
Field, in describing his enthusiasm for competitive sports, has stated, "My love of cricket is abiding", a sport that "instills the same loyalty and passions in me as I know baseball does for many in North America".
The extent of the connectedness of things was an abiding interest to Peter, and his delight in discovery and in telling us about his discoveries showed an enthusiasm that was both persuasive and infectious.
In heavenly love abiding.
But as I wrap this column up, my abiding regret is I seldom had the time to reply to reader emails, to at least say thanks for your civility, your enthusiasm, your kindness.
Poverty is an abiding theme.
