持続

じぞく
JLPT:N1
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1Continuation or persistence — the state of continuing or lasting over time (an effect, condition, or process).

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Examples

薬の効果は数時間持続した。

The medicine's effect lasted for several hours.

経済成長を持続させるためには構造改革が必要だ。

Structural reforms are necessary to sustain economic growth.

この素材は耐久性が高く、長期間持続する。

This material is highly durable and lasts a long time.