stubborn
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The data stoked fresh fears among investors that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates higher for longer, especially as inflation remains stubborn.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Pratt, a Republican, has made L.A.’s stubborn homeless crisis a key campaign topic, at times posting images of unhoused people on his social media accounts.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
For nearly 60 years, “60 Minutes” has stood apart because of its stubborn independence and commitment to irritating powerful people.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
The Chicago Federal Reserve president warned that the persistent combination of energy shocks and stubborn inflation could push the U.S. economy into a “stagflationary” direction.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Sometimes they didn’t want to get up—they’re so stubborn.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
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