persistent modifications
[/pərˈsɪstənt ˌmɑːdɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/]
noun phrasefeminine pluralpl: persistent modifications
modificações persistentes
1. Continuous or lasting changes made to something that remain in effect over time
The persistent modifications to the software improved its performance significantly.
As modificações persistentes no software melhoraram seu desempenho significativamente.
2. In biology or medicine: sustained alterations to organisms, tissues, or cells that endure beyond the initial treatment or intervention
The drug caused persistent modifications to the patient's immune system.
O medicamento causou modificações persistentes no sistema imunológico do paciente.
3. Long-term adjustments or amendments to policies, systems, or structures that are difficult to reverse
The government implemented persistent modifications to tax regulations.
O governo implementou modificações persistentes na legislação tributária.
This is a technical term primarily used in scientific, technological, medical, and business contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it is commonly employed in IT industries and pharmaceutical discussions. The phrase emphasizes durability and the difficulty of reverting changes, making it particularly relevant in discussions about system updates, policy reforms, and medical treatments with long-term effects.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to make a lasting impression
changes that stick around
long-term modifications that take hold
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