persistent
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Scaringe said in an interview that the idea for Mind Robotics came from conversations with robotics startups about finding ways to solve a persistent labor shortage in Rivian factories.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
That threatens to put more pressure on American households already feeling the squeeze from higher prices and further complicates the Federal Reserve’s battle against persistent inflation under incoming Chair Kevin Warsh.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
No one can predict how the current conflict evolves or how persistent the energy shock proves.
From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026
“A more persistent inflation problem would force central banks to raise interest rates.”
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
It didn’t take long for him to figure out why it was so cold, why a persistent wind cut through his jacket and smacked him across the face.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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