as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the persistence of the fever for a week caused me great worry
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Recent Examples of persistence
Key Points Canada thistle is an invasive plant with a deep, extensive root system that requires persistence to completely remove from your lawn.
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Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2025
No victory is claimed other than sculpture’s public affirmation of its difference from fetish and spectacle and its persistence to operate in opposition, in public space.
—Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Viral persistence could chronically activate the immune system into producing a smoldering inflammation that can weaken the blood-brain barrier, which typically shields the brain.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
Medium-bodied with excellent ripeness, good acidity and persistence.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 June 2025
No victory is claimed other than sculpture’s public affirmation of its difference from fetish and spectacle and its persistence to operate in opposition, in public space.
—Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Viral persistence could chronically activate the immune system into producing a smoldering inflammation that can weaken the blood-brain barrier, which typically shields the brain.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
Medium-bodied with excellent ripeness, good acidity and persistence.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistence
Noun
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Now, his triumph signifies a continuation of some red-hot form as tennis transitions from clay to grass.—
Leon Imber,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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From more superhero shenanigans in Gen V Season 2, to the continuation of epic fantasy action in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3, these series are all a must-watch.—
Griff Griffin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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More Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images Keeping Udoka around allows the Rockets to continue growing organically and keeps continuity with the organization.—
Matt Levine,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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By strategically placing these checkpoints at critical stages, organizations can minimize downtime during failures and maintain business continuity, ultimately transforming a traditional disaster recovery approach into a proactive method.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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What resulted was a seven-run inning from the Bluejays on way to the 11-4 win, marking a collapse to threaten the continuance of a season approaching the most wins in program history.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2025
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His team also asked for a continuance, or a postponement, of the domestic violence restraining order hearing that had been scheduled for June 4.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistence. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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