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persist

[per-sist, -zist] / pərˈsɪst, -ˈzɪst /


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In our 2026 economic outlook, we warned that recession fears could persist alongside rising prices.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

Momentum investing is built around buying stocks that have already been rising, on the view that strong trends in the market typically persist for a time.

From MarketWatch • May 30, 2026

A largely sedentary and inflexible creature, dependent on eucalyptus leaves for much of their water, koalas quickly develop dehydration when hotter conditions persist.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Challenges persist in the region, but bright spots continue to pop up.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

And why did everyone persist in thinking the mute was exactly as they wanted him to be—when most likely it was all a very queer mistake?

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers




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