persistent

Example Sentences

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Mamdani won the 2025 mayoral election on a platform emphasizing progressive solutions to New York City’s persistent affordability and transit challenges.

From Salon

His right hand shows persistent bruising, often covered with thick makeup and at times a bandage, and his ankles have appeared swollen.

From Barron's

To be sure, 2025 was hardly smooth sailing on Wall Street or Main, what with “Liberation Day” tariffs, a near-bear market, persistent inflation, and threats to the independence of the Federal Reserve.

From Barron's

Inflation shocks are going to have a bigger impact and be more persistent, he said.

From MarketWatch

That's been in spite of persistent jitters about the economy, Robert Edwards, chief investment officer at Edwards Asset Management, said in a note.

From BBC