sustained

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Economists have warned that a sustained rise in oil prices could push up transport and food costs, pushing households and businesses to cut back spending in other areas and leading to wider slowdown.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Less encouraging is Iran’s sustained rate of missile and drone launches over the past few weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

"While higher gas prices can spur interest in electrified vehicles, they typically need to be sustained or more pronounced to drive a meaningful shift," said Jessica Caldwell, head of insights at Edmunds.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

But is artificial intelligence a new twist that could structurally improve market dynamics over a sustained period?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The beauty of Betsie’s face sustained me over the next days, as I went from one to another of the women who had loved her, describing to them her peace and her joy.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom