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as in perseveres
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 remains
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 persists
But the program faces uncertainty if the shutdown persists.
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Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
And, even today, that emotional connection persists.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell poured cold water on hopes for a holiday rate cut, dialing back expectations as the labor market cools and inflation persists.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Even in extremis, Szymborska knew, life persists on its own terms and must be honored.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2025
The figure of Achilles, a warrior who singlehandedly choked a river with dead enemies before taking on the river god himself, provided a model for Alexander the Great and persists in contemporary popular entertainment, political speech, and military culture in celebrations of shock and awe.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
Unlike stress tied to a specific event or deadline, which has a clear endpoint, uncertainty persists and can create feelings of helplessness and anxiety.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
The White House warned that millions of low-income families could lose their Women, Infants, and Children benefits by early November if the shutdown persists and the program doesn't receive additional funding.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Maximalism for the minimalist persists into the colder months, with print and textural details still going strong for fall and winter.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Nov. 2025
And, even today, that emotional connection persists.
—Joe Kozlowski, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell poured cold water on hopes for a holiday rate cut, dialing back expectations as the labor market cools and inflation persists.
—Rachel Barber, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
Even in extremis, Szymborska knew, life persists on its own terms and must be honored.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2025
The figure of Achilles, a warrior who singlehandedly choked a river with dead enemies before taking on the river god himself, provided a model for Alexander the Great and persists in contemporary popular entertainment, political speech, and military culture in celebrations of shock and awe.
—Elizabeth D. Samet, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2025
Unlike stress tied to a specific event or deadline, which has a clear endpoint, uncertainty persists and can create feelings of helplessness and anxiety.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025
The White House warned that millions of low-income families could lose their Women, Infants, and Children benefits by early November if the shutdown persists and the program doesn't receive additional funding.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Maximalism for the minimalist persists into the colder months, with print and textural details still going strong for fall and winter.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persists
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That last purpose is often the hardest to fulfill yet Sybil perseveres to find her own truth, through her faith in words.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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Just a few hours before the show, a torrential downpour threatens to halt the event, but Victoria perseveres.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
9 Oct. 2025
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For his part, Carney said his government remains ready to continue talks to reduce tariffs in certain sectors.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Affordability was a central concern for voters in the 2024 presidential contest and remains relevant in the run up to the 2026 midterms, especially among younger voters.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
4 Nov. 2025
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Operating under a mission statement emphasizing female perspectives and universal connection, Each Other Films continues developing its pipeline while pursuing additional partnerships across borders.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Nov. 2025
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Score the Cumrige Self-Cleaning Litter Box for $100 off while this deal lasts.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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According to Florida public records, Royal Castle’s trademark lasts through 2028.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Persists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persists. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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