persistence

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The persistence of this faith despite repeated evidence reminds me of the famous 1950s study of cult members who kept expecting UFOs to arrive.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Scientists are concerned that this persistence may interfere with normal development, including the formation of healthy bones.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Lee said “it makes perfect sense” to use the MQ-9 for “for persistence and targeting.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

Many such households also face higher debt levels and budgetary constraints, given the persistence of elevated inflation.

From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026

One distinguishing feature of hunger I already knew was persistence: I, too, whenever I felt hungry, always returned to the source of food whenever I was scatted.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane