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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
Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
On the police side of the prosecutorial process, unruly anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis are facing few arrests despite the sanctuary city’s persisting chaos.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 13 Feb. 2026
The benefits persisting for double that time period, however, surprised even study author Michael Marsiske, professor and interim co-chair of the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology at the University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Some readers refuse to join one, stubbornly persisting in flipping to one section and ignoring the rest.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
Chancellor Sean Burrage said Oklahoma’s Promise is continuing to deliver strong results, with students enrolling in college and persisting in their education at higher rates than peers who are not involved in the program.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 6 Feb. 2026
Amid persisting violence from criminal groups in a country long considered a peaceful tourist hub, polling reveals that Costa Ricans are most concerned about security this year.
—Djenane Villanueva, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
The fourth measure, childhood immunizations, remains stubbornly low, with performance gaps persisting across regions and racial groups.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The arctic blast that has gripped much of the country is forecasted to continue to blanket Michigan, with wind chills as low as 15-20 degrees below zero, persisting throughout the rest of the week.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
These creatures may have been quietly persisting in their habitats all along, simply beyond the reach of formal scientific documentation.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
On the police side of the prosecutorial process, unruly anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis are facing few arrests despite the sanctuary city’s persisting chaos.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 13 Feb. 2026
The benefits persisting for double that time period, however, surprised even study author Michael Marsiske, professor and interim co-chair of the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology at the University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
Some readers refuse to join one, stubbornly persisting in flipping to one section and ignoring the rest.
—Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2026
Chancellor Sean Burrage said Oklahoma’s Promise is continuing to deliver strong results, with students enrolling in college and persisting in their education at higher rates than peers who are not involved in the program.
—Emma Murphy, Oklahoma Voice, 6 Feb. 2026
Amid persisting violence from criminal groups in a country long considered a peaceful tourist hub, polling reveals that Costa Ricans are most concerned about security this year.
—Djenane Villanueva, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
The fourth measure, childhood immunizations, remains stubbornly low, with performance gaps persisting across regions and racial groups.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 30 Jan. 2026
The arctic blast that has gripped much of the country is forecasted to continue to blanket Michigan, with wind chills as low as 15-20 degrees below zero, persisting throughout the rest of the week.
—Frank Witsil, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persisting
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Then late last year Stacey Wondra was charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping in the second degree, destruction of evidence and a persistent violator enhancement, which can be added by prosecutors when someone has been convicted of at least three felonies.—
Alex Brizee
March 3,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
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The department launched the HyCAT initiative in 2022 to address persistent testing bottlenecks.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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According to league and team sources, the Knicks have not engaged in any discussions about a possible Towns trade this season and plan on persevering with him during this challenging time.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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Simply raising payroll taxes would send exactly the wrong message to employers persevering and deciding whether to grow jobs or invest in California.—
Vince Fong,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Swiss-Italian operator MSC Cruises said its vessel, the MSC Euribia, is remaining in Dubai following guidance from US regional military authorities, according to Reuters.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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The Bruins improved to 20-10 overall and 12-7 in the Big Ten with one regular season game remaining, Saturday at crosstown rival USC.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
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For over a decade, Claire and Jamie Fraser have loved each other across centuries, continents, and wars; their devotion as enduring as the Highland mist that first enveloped their story.—
Carly Witteman,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
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No stranger to polish, Elle Fanning's opulent old money blonde is posh and timeless, proving that the color trend is more enduring than most.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
3 Mar. 2026
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Last year, the restaurant changed concepts to Amelies — named after Wang’s wife — continuing to offer seafood boils in tandem with new dishes.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
26 Feb. 2026
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Kosloske performed chest compressions for about seven minutes until police took over, continuing until EMTs arrived.—
Alexandra Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Though only married for a few years, their partnership feels seasoned, fortified by faith, ambition and an abiding sense of gratitude.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
17 Dec. 2025
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And civilians on both sides, despite a deep and abiding mistrust between the Catholic and Protestant communities, had also had enough.—
Ned Temko,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 Oct. 2025
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But several rounds of peace talks hosted by Turkey in November failed to produce a lasting agreement, and the two sides have occasionally traded fire since then.—
ABDUL QAHAR AFGHAN,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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But several rounds of peace talks in Turkey in November failed to produce a lasting agreement, and the two sides have occasionally traded fire since then.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Universities must become lifelong institutions, welcoming the 70-year-old learner as naturally as the 20-year-old student.—
Klaus Schwab,
Time,
1 Mar. 2026
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What should’ve been a fun day out has turned into a lifelong nightmare for the brothers – now adults – who question every decision of their young lives at the time, and those made in subsequent years by police, detectives, and lawyers.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Persisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persisting. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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