perennial

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There is no easy solution, and many are worried that U.S. borrowing costs could continue to climb in the years ahead if nothing is done to reduce the U.S.’s perennial budget deficits.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Once a perennial takeover candidate, it built a dominant cystic-fibrosis franchise and became an acquirer in its own right, spreading its bets from gene editing to pain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Team-mate Stina Blackstenius, an even more perennial substitute, dwarfs Kelly's impact as a substitute.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

By the time Vachon left after seven seasons, the Kings were a perennial playoff contender.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

Here, in case you don’t know what it is yet, is the perennial example, as espoused by Harold Ross: “The flag is red, white, and blue.”

From "Eats, Shoots & Leaves" by Author