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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
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
With the issue persisting, Austin ISD has requested that Waymo halt operations during school pickup or dropoff hours.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
And self-control involves forgoing one’s desires or persisting with something difficult.
—Michael Prinzing, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
Earnings updates might give investors a better sense of how consumers are spending their money and how businesses are faring with persisting inflation and higher tariffs.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
But in reality, the amendment would eliminate programs and initiatives that address historical and persisting inequities and discrimination.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
City leaders want to address the long-persisting disparities many residents face in education, employment, housing, and health, said Jessica Galleshaw, Dallas’ deputy director for housing and community empowerment and chief opportunity officer.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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
With the issue persisting, Austin ISD has requested that Waymo halt operations during school pickup or dropoff hours.
—Karoline Leonard, Austin American Statesman, 23 Jan. 2026
And self-control involves forgoing one’s desires or persisting with something difficult.
—Michael Prinzing, The Conversation, 23 Jan. 2026
Earnings updates might give investors a better sense of how consumers are spending their money and how businesses are faring with persisting inflation and higher tariffs.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Los Angeles Times, 19 Jan. 2026
But in reality, the amendment would eliminate programs and initiatives that address historical and persisting inequities and discrimination.
—Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026
City leaders want to address the long-persisting disparities many residents face in education, employment, housing, and health, said Jessica Galleshaw, Dallas’ deputy director for housing and community empowerment and chief opportunity officer.
—Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, Dallas Morning News, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persisting
Adjective
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Witters attributed that persistent pessimism to political partisanship.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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During his tenure, Massachusetts education leaders faced a mix of progress and persistent challenges.—
State House News Service,
Boston Herald,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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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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Houston led by six points at the start the fourth period and scored the first seven points of the quarter to extend its lead to 85-72 with 10 ½ minutes remaining.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Jurors got their first glimpse into what will be a lengthy trial characterized by dueling narratives from the plaintiffs and the two remaining defendants.—
Barbara Ortutay,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The idea that managers must be loud, constantly visible, or the most vocal person in the room is one of the most enduring workplace myths.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
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On the winning side of Wall Street were companies that stand to benefit from big spending by Alphabet and others continuing the AI frenzy.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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The car collided with the bicyclist before continuing another block and hitting the bakery section of a 99 Ranch Market location in the Westwood neighborhood.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 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
Verb
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Abdulsalam Haykal, Syria's minister of communications and information technology, said the nearly $1 billion telecommunications development will take place in two stages lasting between 18 months and two years.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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But turning this moment into lasting advantage will require careful planning, not just short-term opportunism.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Use the infraction as a lifelong learning experience.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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Dunleavy was adamant the team did not ask the Bucks about taking on Jimmy Butler or Draymond Green at the deadline, noting that the only time Green was discussed was when other teams inquired about the lifelong Warrior.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
8 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Persisting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persisting. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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