persistent
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Conditions became even more unfavorable between May and September 2026, when persistent heat and dry weather accelerated ice loss, even at the highest elevations.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026
These immune cells normally help defend the body, but they can contribute to persistent inflammation and tissue damage when the immune system becomes overactive.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
Zaye expects silver’s price direction will depend on whether improving industrial demand and persistent physical supply constraints can overcome pressure from restrictive U.S. monetary policy, he added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
However the most persistent downpours are expected to affect southern and eastern Scotland - where a Met Office yellow warning for rain has been issued.
From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026
I went to bed early that night, around eleven; at twelve I was awakened by a loud persistent banging at the front door.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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