persistent
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One analyst is overlooking Quantum Computing Inc.’s bizarre corporate history and persistent financial challenges for a surprising reason.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
Not enough rain will fall to alleviate the recent dry spell, with experts warning that months of persistent wet weather is needed to replenish water supplies.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
One persistent obstacle in lignin research has been identifying exactly which parts of a catalyst are responsible for breaking the material's unusually strong chemical bonds.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026
“That was how persistent they were,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2026
For she had decided simply to ignore it, this silly, persistent talk about their not being friends.
From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill
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