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
The earth sign is determined to win through persistence, much like the intense relationship between He-Man and Skeletor.
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Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Instead, the multi-hyphenate speed demon speaks with endless joy about the curiosity, persistence, and the people who support her daily work.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
However, persistence becomes problematic when PFAS leach or evaporate out of products and into the surrounding environment.
—Carrie McDonough, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
The movie is more than a celebration of persistence in the face of rejection, of faith in oneself, or of the power of love.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for persistence
Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Instead, the multi-hyphenate speed demon speaks with endless joy about the curiosity, persistence, and the people who support her daily work.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
However, persistence becomes problematic when PFAS leach or evaporate out of products and into the surrounding environment.
—Carrie McDonough, The Conversation, 29 May 2026
The movie is more than a celebration of persistence in the face of rejection, of faith in oneself, or of the power of love.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for persistence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistence
Noun
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While the lobby areas and restaurants lean into the playful side of a contemporary art hotel, the rooms are more calming with neutral tones and the continuation of the lobby’s black marble in the credenzas and nightstands.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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As usual, no details of the deal that put the breaks on any trial or continuation of the suit and countersuit were made public.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
Noun
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In this framing, creation becomes less about outcome and more about continuity.—
Desjah Altvater,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Many attribute that at least partly to Orlando’s continuity of leadership, particularly Mayor Buddy Dyer and Commissioner Patty Sheehan, who both responded to the Pulse scene before dawn 10 years ago.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 June 2026
Noun
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The project had received a continuance from an initial public hearing April 20, at which City Council member Natalie Jangula and others raised concerns about a lack of open space.—
Noah Daly
June 16,
Idaho Statesman,
17 June 2026
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The trial began in March, and has been punctuated by long continuances.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistence. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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