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
In a 1998 interview with The New York Times, Carter spoke about the persistence that seemed to define his long and successful career.
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
But the persistence of antisemitism has left some members of Spokoiny’s group questioning their approaches.
—James Pollard, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Getting proper testing and remediation often requires persistence and, in many cases, outside expertise.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
The tall, enchanting gladiolus symbolizes integrity and persistence.
—Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
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Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
But the persistence of antisemitism has left some members of Spokoiny’s group questioning their approaches.
—James Pollard, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Getting proper testing and remediation often requires persistence and, in many cases, outside expertise.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
The tall, enchanting gladiolus symbolizes integrity and persistence.
—Jenny Krane, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for persistence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistence
Noun
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Lechtzin said the lawsuit also seeks compensation for benefits, including the continuation of medical coverage, retirement contributions, unused vacation and sick time.—
NBC South Florida,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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Spain and Slovenia are unlikely to come back, and a continuation of Netanyahu military policies could mean other countries join the boycott, resulting in a potential scrapping of the contest in 2027 with that much revenue exiting.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Given the spread of the concerts, Eilish had to keep wearing the same outfit across shows for continuity.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2026
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That continuity shapes the job in a way that isn’t obvious until someone sits inside it.—
Felysha Walker
May 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Graf said the continuance was necessary to ensure Robinson’s attorneys have adequate time to review the evidence, calling it important to protect the defendant’s constitutional right to effective counsel.—
Adam Sabes , Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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When the court refused a second continuance to a later date, Haddy asked his client to appear alone and make another request for a new trial date on their own, according to the legal referee’s findings.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistence. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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