as in insistent
continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement
although his first attempts were singularly unsuccessful, he was persistent in his pursuit of a career in rock music
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Recent Examples of persistent
However, the level of destruction and persistent fear of further violence has meant many people have yet to return to their homes.
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Jean-Pierre Lacroix, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
But a persistent west-to-southwesterly wind is doing just that, said Chuck Caracozza, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Miami.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
Housing challenges are real and persistent, and the same struggles are faced in every corner of New York.
—Kenneth W. Jenkins, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
Target named an insider as its next chief executive officer Wednesday, a decision that comes as the discount retailer tries to reverse a persistent sales malaise and to revive its reputation as the place to go for affordable but stylish products.
—Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
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Jean-Pierre Lacroix, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Aug. 2025
But a persistent west-to-southwesterly wind is doing just that, said Chuck Caracozza, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Miami.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2025
Housing challenges are real and persistent, and the same struggles are faced in every corner of New York.
—Kenneth W. Jenkins, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
Target named an insider as its next chief executive officer Wednesday, a decision that comes as the discount retailer tries to reverse a persistent sales malaise and to revive its reputation as the place to go for affordable but stylish products.
—Boston Herald Wire Services, Boston Herald, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistent
Adjective
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Some aspects of his embrace of Trumpism—and, with it, an insistent economic populism and anti-corporate posture—strike me as sincere, and others less so.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
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These past few weeks have also brought to mind the Kennedy researcher Harold Weisberg, whose early books were a countercultural phenomenon and who was known for his diligent, insistent filling of FOIA requests.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Myth That Won’t Die: 'Nobody Scrolls' For years, there’s been this stubborn idea in web design that everything important has to be above the fold.—
Talie Smith,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Over centuries of Christian rule in Europe, Judaism came to name not only the stubborn beliefs and practices of the community that rejected Jesus but also a set of temptations Christians ought always to guard against.—
Daniel May,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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The market has been resolute in holding to a view that there will be a rate cut in September so far.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
19 Aug. 2025
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Heat comparison: With Young a year from potential free agency, the Hawks were resolute in augmenting a roster that lost at home to Miami in the play-in.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
21 July 2025
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Each turn of the globe brings a fresh catastrophe, a crisis, real or imagined, that sends the comedian back into battle with his tenacious anxiety.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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Get inspired by a small group of industrious, tenacious, and daring men and women who were born into slavery and broke new ground to attain the highest levels of financial success.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Aug. 2025
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One thing worth noting, however, was its dogged commitment to improving the fortunes of women in esports, which is continued right up until its final weeks, regularly hosting creator parties, panelist discussions, and more from its soon-to-close HQ.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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In John Grisham’s original novel the dogged journalist character Gray Grantham was white, but, reportedly, co-star Julia Roberts insisted that Washington be cast in the role.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
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Throughout the process, the brothers' extended family has been steadfast in backing their release.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Having reaffirmed his happiness at Newcastle publicly as recently as March, the club was steadfast in its belief he would not be sold and would not agitate for a move away.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Retailers are navigating relentless disruption—and nowhere is the impact more acute than in merchandising.—
Jill Standish,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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In neurodegenerative diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and aging, brain cells endure relentless damage from the excessive formation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which can result in oxidative stress.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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Through the strategic integration of AI, organizations can simultaneously improve patient outcomes, drive efficiency and enhance operational responsibilities.—
Mammon Baloch,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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To supplement those real-life cases, providers visit simulation labs, do monthly mock scenarios, and review advanced skills, such as using an ultrasound to help guide breathing tubes into patient airways.—
Arielle Zionts. KFF Health News,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Persistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistent. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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