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
Synonyms
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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The persistence of elevated U.S. inflation complicates Biden's claims to be making steady progress against higher prices.
—
Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 11 Apr. 2024
Murray was not too pleased with his performance after the game but hoped that his persistence on the offensive end made an NBA legend proud.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 29 Mar. 2024
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Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 11 Apr. 2024
Murray was not too pleased with his performance after the game but hoped that his persistence on the offensive end made an NBA legend proud.
—Sam Joseph, CNN, 29 Mar. 2024
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/persistence. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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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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