persistent

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Evidence of how persistent inflation has frustrated the Fed was on view in the written record of the central bank’s March meeting released Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

But the Goldman team added that they see greater upside risks to their targets if there are longer disruptions and persistent crude production losses in the Persian Gulf region.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

"This research represents an important step toward the development of advanced materials capable of tackling one of the world's most persistent environmental contaminants," he concludes.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

Last year, persistent power and water shortages in Madagascar led to youth-led protests, which escalated to broader political unrest, resulting in a military takeover.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

That evening, despite the persistent pain in his leg, Roosevelt enjoyed watching the sunset and the stars twinkling in the dark sky while waiting for Antonio Pareci and Luiz Correia to return.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple