Example Sentences

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"We have evidence that terrorist content and illegal hate speech is persisting on some of the largest social media sites," said Oliver Griffiths, Ofcom's online safety director.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

This time, however, is unique: There are warning augurs of fissures for the economy, inflation is persisting and markets are on edge.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 11, 2025

Normally marine heatwaves last around two weeks, so scientists are surprised at how long this one is persisting.

From BBC • May 21, 2025

Virologists aren’t sure why the strain is persisting longer than normal, and studies are still underway to understand the cause.

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2023

“I feel bound to say to you,” said Mrs. Archibald, “that that impertinent fellow is persisting in his attentions to Miss Dearborn, and that Mr. Archibald and I will not have it.”

From The Associate Hermits by Frost, A. B. (Arthur Burdett)