persist
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One challenge going forward will be shortages of the memory chips needed to build Majestic’s servers, which most manufacturers expect to persist through next year, if not longer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
The findings suggest that this pathway plays a key role in turning temporary pain into chronic pain that can persist for months or even years.
From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026
It’s a chemistry that has built a faith even amid Friday night’s immeasurably high hurdle, a faith that should persist beyond the framework of this finished first-round series.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026
The multi-billion-euro project has faltered as disagreements persist between the firms involved -- France's Dassault Aviation and Airbus, which represents Germany and Spain.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Despite mounting casualties, General Haig was determined to persist, no matter how wet the battlefield became.
From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman
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