persist
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In our 2026 economic outlook, we warned that recession fears could persist alongside rising prices.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
Momentum investing is built around buying stocks that have already been rising, on the view that strong trends in the market typically persist for a time.
From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026
A largely sedentary and inflexible creature, dependent on eucalyptus leaves for much of their water, koalas quickly develop dehydration when hotter conditions persist.
From Barron's • May 26, 2026
Challenges persist in the region, but bright spots continue to pop up.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
And why did everyone persist in thinking the mute was exactly as they wanted him to be—when most likely it was all a very queer mistake?
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
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