persistent

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"The gut is essentially waiting to confirm that the threat is real and persistent before it tells the brain to change your behavior."

From Science Daily

Until we see persistent, continual job losses over a long period of time across the entire economy, the safe bet is that history is simply rhyming.

From Barron's

Argentina has argued that having to pay the settlement -- $18 billion including interest, it says -- would cause severe harm to the finances of a country with persistent debt and inflation problems.

From Barron's

Some policymakers urge caution due to persistent inflation risks, while others note a cooling labor market and potential productivity gains.

From Barron's

Barr said that raises the risk that inflation could become more persistent if expectations begin to shift.

From Barron's