persistence
noun
per·sis·tence
pər-ˈsi-stən(t)s 
-ˈzi-
1
: the action or fact of persisting
2
: the quality or state of being persistent
especially
: perseverance
Examples of persistence in a Sentence
He admired her dogged persistence in pursuing the job.
His persistence in asking for a raise was finally rewarded.
She has shown a lot of persistence.
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Both represent persistence, innovation, and trusting our instincts.
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Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
Over time, the collection expanded—through donations, acquisitions, and O’Connor’s persistence.
—Jimmy Jellinek, SPIN, 7 Apr. 2026
Saving them required decades of persistence, advocacy and community effort.
—Reginald David, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
As Chicagoans were the first to emphasize, civilization is fragile, and its persistence should not be taken for granted.
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Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
Over time, the collection expanded—through donations, acquisitions, and O’Connor’s persistence.
—Jimmy Jellinek, SPIN, 7 Apr. 2026
Saving them required decades of persistence, advocacy and community effort.
—Reginald David, Hartford Courant, 7 Apr. 2026
As Chicagoans were the first to emphasize, civilization is fragile, and its persistence should not be taken for granted.
—Daniel Holz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for persistence
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/persistence. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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persistence
noun
per·sis·tence
pər-ˈsis-tən(t)s
-ˈzis-
1
: the act or fact of persisting
2
: the quality of being persistent
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