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persistence

[per-sis-tuhns, -zis-] / pərˈsɪs təns, -ˈzɪs- /


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“There is considerable uncertainty about the extent and persistence of the conflict, the ongoing consequences for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the extent of infrastructure damage” in the Gulf states, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Third is the persistence of unusual experiences, such as near-death experiences, mystical states, or episodes of terminal lucidity, which do not fit neatly into existing scientific frameworks.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

But "the persistence of threats to critical Iranian infrastructure keeps escalation risks elevated, with no credible de-escalation path in sight", Chan said.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

For Owens, the arc is less about vindication than persistence.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Indeed, his increased persistence of late may even be my employer's way of urging me all the more to respond in a like-minded spirit.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro




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