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as in persevering
to continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement
she persisted in her efforts and eventually got the job she wanted
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as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
my headache persisted for almost the entire day
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Recent Examples of persisting
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
On Friday morning, National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists warned of sensitive fire weather conditions persisting across parts of Florida through Friday.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Following the pandemic lockdowns of 2020 and 2021, the aviation industry experienced a strong rebound in travel demand, with robust passenger traffic persisting in recent years.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Fixes an issue where character models can occasionally display incorrectly after using a Technique while triggering a cutscene dialogue, with the issue possibly persisting even after the dialogue ends.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
These may include the virus persisting in parts of the body, long-lasting disruption of the immune system, clotting in microscopic blood vessels, or changes to the bacteria and viruses that naturally inhabit our bodies.
—Farah Aziz Annesha, The Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2025
For women and Black and Latino communities, these challenges are particularly brutal, with financial stress not just persisting, but actively worsening over the past year.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Jan. 2025
Of course, Ukraine has endured a long and problematic scourge of high-level corruption, harkening back to the Soviet era and persisting into its independence.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Despite the accelerated growth in real GDP figures, China’s economy saw deflation persisting for the seventh straight quarter, Larry Hu, chief China economist at Macquarie said in a note.
—Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
Verb
These massive creatures thrived in the grasslands of what is now North and Central Texas, persisting until roughly 11,700 years ago.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 Mar. 2025
On Friday morning, National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists warned of sensitive fire weather conditions persisting across parts of Florida through Friday.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
Following the pandemic lockdowns of 2020 and 2021, the aviation industry experienced a strong rebound in travel demand, with robust passenger traffic persisting in recent years.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Fixes an issue where character models can occasionally display incorrectly after using a Technique while triggering a cutscene dialogue, with the issue possibly persisting even after the dialogue ends.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
These may include the virus persisting in parts of the body, long-lasting disruption of the immune system, clotting in microscopic blood vessels, or changes to the bacteria and viruses that naturally inhabit our bodies.
—Farah Aziz Annesha, The Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2025
For women and Black and Latino communities, these challenges are particularly brutal, with financial stress not just persisting, but actively worsening over the past year.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 24 Jan. 2025
Of course, Ukraine has endured a long and problematic scourge of high-level corruption, harkening back to the Soviet era and persisting into its independence.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Despite the accelerated growth in real GDP figures, China’s economy saw deflation persisting for the seventh straight quarter, Larry Hu, chief China economist at Macquarie said in a note.
—Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 17 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persisting
Adjective
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Season Two centers around a persistent cyborg journalist who starts excavating into Dr. Sleech's dubious past, uncovering some controversial incidents.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
17 May 2025
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Listen to this article Amid persistent staffing shortages, East Aurora School District 131 has taken several new measures to recruit teachers over the past few years.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
Verb
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In January, Forbes named legendary television producer Dick Wolf a billionaire, as his Law & Order, Chicago and FBI shows serve as some of the last remaining pillars holding up the broadcast TV schedule.—
Matt Craig,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Twelve of the 14 playoff spots are decided, and the Broncos and Buccaneers can clinch the two remaining spots with wins.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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In relationships, however, there’s an enduring notion that partners should always love each other, no matter what.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Yet, bouclé fabric, with its looped yarn and textured feel, emerges as an enduring enigma.—
Kristen Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
12 May 2025
Verb
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Peter Singer, Professor of Bioethics, Author, and Philosopher The biggest reason to be optimistic about 2025 is the continuing decline in extreme poverty, defined as not being able to reliably meet your basic needs for food and shelter.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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Jared Goff once again looked dialed in, spreading the wealth and continuing to operate this offense at a high level.—
Colton Pouncy,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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By anointing himself chairman of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Napoleon-style, Donald Trump revealed a longing to seize one of America’s most romantic and abiding myths: Camelot.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
25 Feb. 2025
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Already frazzled by a couple days in other fire zones, my head was clouded with doubt and, yet, an abiding belief that the old house might have another life.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Our customers are drawn to pieces that hold lasting value and significance.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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With an ambitious goal to become the second largest in the coming years, TMN is focusing on delivering high-quality content, strategic expansion, and creating lasting partnerships that fuel its growth.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Paddy Boyland, a lifelong Blue, is saying farewell.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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But the 20-year-old, a lifelong Rockets fan, was panicking.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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“Persisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persisting. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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