persistent
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Scientists have found that it operates at an unusually high level, helping bats control damaging inflammation while they live with persistent viral infections without becoming sick.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026
Traders also see tension between the Treasury buyback plan and Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's goal of addressing persistent inflation.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
The tiny West African country has endured persistent blackouts since June, with outages becoming longer and more frequent during the current hot season as soaring temperatures drive up electricity demand.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
The last time I went, on a packed Sunday afternoon, there was a small but persistent crowd hovering around the tables waiting for seats.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
He bristled at the persistent belief that John Root deserved most of the credit for the beauty of the fair.
From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson
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