persistent

Example Sentences

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Like prey worn down by a persistent predator, participants don’t collapse all at once; they give up gradually until the fight leaves the market altogether.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The Strait of Hormuz remains heavily restricted, with persistent attacks continuing to disrupt the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“Yet, their challenges are compounded by under-resourced systems, evolving administrative priorities, and persistent inequities in access and support, especially for students from disproportionately impacted backgrounds.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Even if the market hasn’t crashed, this multi-week decline shows persistent selling pressure, not just a one-time shock, as investors gradually de-risk rather than panicking all at once.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

The information wasn’t easy to find, but the children were persistent, and after weeks of work, they finally found what they were searching for.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown