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permanent

[pur-muh-nuhnt] / ˈpɜr mə nənt /


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Congress should make write-offs for investments in structures permanent, too.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

This evolved into the permanent Screening Partnership Program in 2004, which exists today with 20 enrolled airports.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

"It can happen to you earlier, it can happen to you later. Sometimes it can be permanent, sometimes temporary. But disability is part of the dynamics of how God created us."

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The herb garden remains unplanted, and Lindsay’s vague plans for a “bespoke” B&B are on permanent hold, as are Josh’s musical aspirations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

Cuban-American treaty, Guantanamo Bay, on the southeast corner of the island, was under permanent control of the United States.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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