perseveres; persevered; persevering
: to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult
She persevered in her studies and graduated near the top of her class.
Even though he was tired, he persevered and finished the race.
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“Persevere.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/persevere. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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