PERDURE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

perdure

verb

(ˌ)pər-ˈdu̇r

Definition of perdure

as in to remain

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day

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Still, the pieces of ceiling trim dedicated to the pillars of courage and trust remained missing, a nod perhaps to the traits most easily lost when disaster strikes – and most needed to rebuild.

— Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
There’s enough cash on hand for Rhaenyra to administer the Seven Kingdoms for a fortnight, and no one remaining from the old regime — not Alicent, not Orwyle — knows where Lannister hid the rest of the ingots.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 6 July 2026

Definition of remain

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There is not one condition in which continuing with regular physical activity and exercise is not recommended.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Sharp, a rookie second-round draft pick from Houston, continued to impress at both ends of the floor with big shots and big stops on defense.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of continue

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Cleveland manager Terry Francona challenged the original safe call at second and got the play overturned after a replay delay that lasted 1 minute, 29 seconds.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
With crushed Fritos, bell peppers, corn, jalapeños, and more, this is a dish that won't last long on the appetizer spread.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

Definition of last

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Despite the years of Sturm und Drang about pandemic origins, and the wholesale adoption of the lab-leak theory by the party that controls both Congress and the White House, a shaky status quo still persists in biosafety.

— Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026
For instance, some forecasters warn that if drought persists through multiple seasons, the combination of dry soils and shifting precipitation patterns could increase stress on agriculture and water supplies.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Definition of persist

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