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
On Tuesday, five separate developments underscored the persistence of this troubling trend.
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Gabe Whisnant
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
The Patriots recorded just one pressure in the first half and had a single sack through three quarters, but broke through with enough persistence and a little luck.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
With persistence tools installed, the malware can even restart alongside the system, keeping control long after the initial infection.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Still, the persistence in prices combined with weakness in the labor market presents a stagflationary conundrum for the Fed.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
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Gabe Whisnant
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
The Patriots recorded just one pressure in the first half and had a single sack through three quarters, but broke through with enough persistence and a little luck.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
With persistence tools installed, the malware can even restart alongside the system, keeping control long after the initial infection.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Still, the persistence in prices combined with weakness in the labor market presents a stagflationary conundrum for the Fed.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistence
Noun
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The continuation of the internal combustion engine 718s will be welcome news, especially for enthusiasts, because of the vast loyalty that car has inspired, prized for its driving dynamics, durability, and power, but not too much power, like many 911s.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
23 Sep. 2025
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The rally in New York City will be a continuation of the rally in Brussels to demand a regime change and ask the UN to impose sanctions against Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Iranian officials.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Emami said Anaheim’s goal would also be to retain existing drivers wherever possible, with contractor transitions prioritizing continuity of service and customer experience.—
Hanna Kang,
Oc Register,
26 Sep. 2025
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With sweeping management changes across the other divisions of Paramount Global post-merger, CBS has been an island of stability and continuity.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This growth is a continuance of the surge in oil production resulting from the shale boom that began earlier this century.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The court rejected a continuance filing by Vagovic.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistence. Accessed 28 Sep. 2025.
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