persist
Example Sentences
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Humanitarian agencies have warned that shortages of food, clean water and medical supplies persist, while winter conditions are worsening life in overcrowded displacement camps.
From Barron's
"The big picture is that the structural headwinds from the property downturn and industrial overcapacity are set to persist in 2026," he added.
From Barron's
The symptoms, which are indicative of a heart attack, persisted, but the seriousness of the situation did not properly register with him at the time.
From BBC
Monday, but stormy and blustery conditions will persist throughout the week, with forecasters predicting gusts of 30 to 50 mph across Southern California through Saturday.
From Los Angeles Times
The issues complicating monetary policy today will persist.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
