persist

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He expects elevated petrochemical prices to persist through 2026, although aggressive capacity expansion in China could return the market to surplus by end-2027.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

"I think it's possible that if fuel prices persist at this level, you may see some upward pressure on average retail prices," Chief Financial Officer John David Rainey said on a conference call with analysts.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Most of the impacts appear in the early stages of a project, during transmission line construction, but some persist during operation, the researchers found.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Lifting silverware would undoubtedly delight supporters, but concerns over a troubled campaign and anger towards the Clearlake-Boehly ownership group will likely persist.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Despite mounting casualties, General Haig was determined to persist, no matter how wet the battlefield became.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman