持续

The earthquake lasted about two minutes.

The heavy rain lasted for three days and three nights.

The interaction between them lasted for many years.

The continuous high temperature has increased the number of patients in the hospital.

The cultural exchange between our two countries has lasted for more than a thousand years.

We must strive to make the economy develop sustainably and healthily.

In order to ensure the sustainable development of the national economy, it is necessary to adopt high technology and increase investment in environmental protection.