persistent

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"The tempo of activity needed to make this shield persistent while also prosecuting targets on the Iranian mainland will likely prove highly resource intensive, however."

From Barron's

“But if energy prices stay high, we will not let their effects broaden and become persistent inflation,” he said, according to prepared remarks for delivery at a press conference.

From The Wall Street Journal

The council applied for contempt of court proceedings in July, citing persistent breaches including vehicles being blockaded, union members stepping in front of moving heavy vehicles and roads being blocked.

From BBC

“Government bonds and gold are not providing ballast as equities fall, and that’s because investors are demanding more compensation for the risk of holding long-term bonds given persistent inflation and high debt levels,” he added.

From Barron's

In a world characterized by more frequent and persistent inflation shocks, a portfolio that includes commodities, energy infrastructure and inflation-linked bonds can provide diversification benefits.

From MarketWatch