persistently
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"With Tropical Cyclone Dolphin moving towards the vicinity of Zhejiang and moving inland, its outer subsiding air will persistently bring extremely hot weather to the territory today to Tuesday," the forecaster said.
From Barron's ● Aug. 9, 2026
It cited persistently weak wood markets, difficulties with log supply related to wildfires and the wood-boring mountain pine beetle, as well as the U.S. duties and tariff.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
At his most recent congressional testimony, Warsh said the U.S. central bank has “no tolerance” for persistently elevated inflation.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Other complaints include persistently low-quality food, isolation within the facility, and frequent transfers between Delaney Hall and other facilities, which serve to prevent organizing in the detention center.
From Salon ● Jul. 17, 2026
One morning I was roused by my uncle’s voice calling gently but persistently.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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