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persistent concern

[/pərˈsɪstənt kənˈsɜrn/]
nounpl: persistent concerns
preocupação persistente
1. A worry, anxiety, or matter of interest that continues to exist or recur over time without being resolved
Environmental degradation remains a persistent concern for many communities.
A degradação ambiental continua sendo uma preocupação persistente para muitas comunidades.
2. An ongoing issue or problem that repeatedly draws attention and remains unresolved
The persistent concern about healthcare accessibility has driven recent policy reforms.
A preocupação persistente com a acessibilidade à saúde impulsionou reformas políticas recentes.
Synonyms
ongoing concernlingering worrychronic issueenduring problemrecurring anxietyconstant worry
Antonyms
resolved issuetemporary concernfleeting worrymomentary anxiety

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
preocupação persistente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
preocupação constante
Common alternative in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
preocupação contínua
Frequently used in everyday conversation
Portugal
preocupação persistente
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

a thorn in one's side
a bone of contention
a nagging doubt
something that won't go away
uma pedra no sapato
uma espinha na garganta
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