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persistent assistance
[/pərˈsɪstənt əˈsɪstəns/]
noun
pl: persistent assistance (uncountable)
assistência persistente
1.
Continuous, ongoing help or support that does not stop or diminish despite difficulties or challenges
The social worker provided persistent assistance to the family throughout their crisis.
A assistente social forneceu assistência persistente à família durante sua crise.
2.
Steadfast aid that remains constant and reliable over an extended period
With persistent assistance from mentors, she eventually achieved her goals.
Com assistência persistente de mentores, ela eventualmente alcançou seus objetivos.
Synonyms
ongoing support
continuous help
sustained assistance
unwavering aid
steadfast support
relentless help
Antonyms
temporary assistance
intermittent help
sporadic support
inconsistent aid
abandonment
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
assistência persistente
Standard term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
assistência contínua e persistente
Often expanded to emphasize both continuity and persistence
Portugal
apoio persistente
More commonly uses 'apoio' (support) instead of 'assistência' in formal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
stick with someone through thick and thin
be there for someone
never leave someone hanging
go the distance
stay the course
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