as in remains
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day
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Following the money While much of the money’s final destination remains unclear, the documents offer glimpses into how some of it was spent.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026 -
That Smith’s work remains little-known is all the more baffling considering the strength and depth of a retrospective now up at Keith de Lellis.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Counsell is hoping the rehab lasts from three to seven days.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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The 2026 New York International Auto Show begins April 3 and lasts until April 12.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Fort Worth Benbrook continues to thrive Fort Worth Benbrook isn’t ranked but probably should be.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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No trial date has been set, as his defense continues to review the evidence and conduct depositions.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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But Thune has kept the door open to keeping the chamber in town if the impasse persists.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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But the latest footage from South London suggests the problem persists nearly one year later.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
26 Mar. 2026
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