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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
A certain perception of Arsenal’s mental frailties persists, as if this is not just the same team that faltered in the final stages in 2022-23 but the same one that habitually cracked under pressure in the later years of Wenger’s tenure.
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Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Conflict persists because fossil fuel revenues can make instability profitable for those in power.
—Maria Mendiluce, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Until then, the disconnect persists; not because fundamentals are weak, but because patience often remains scarce.
—Bryce Erickson, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Exceptional drought persists near Aspen and Vail Pass.
—Joe Ruch, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
But the association between school and alleged abuse in Dunn’s mind persists.
—April Quevedo, jsonline.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Even with the best software, biological unpredictability persists.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
The cold persists into early next week, with highs in the low-to-mid-20s Tuesday and upper-20s Wednesday, and overnight lows remaining in the single digits and teens before a slow moderation later in the week.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 Jan. 2026
Locations are expected to begin intake at different times on Friday and to stay open through Sunday night, or as long as the need persists.
—Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Conflict persists because fossil fuel revenues can make instability profitable for those in power.
—Maria Mendiluce, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Until then, the disconnect persists; not because fundamentals are weak, but because patience often remains scarce.
—Bryce Erickson, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Exceptional drought persists near Aspen and Vail Pass.
—Joe Ruch, CBS News, 28 Jan. 2026
But the association between school and alleged abuse in Dunn’s mind persists.
—April Quevedo, jsonline.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Even with the best software, biological unpredictability persists.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 Jan. 2026
The cold persists into early next week, with highs in the low-to-mid-20s Tuesday and upper-20s Wednesday, and overnight lows remaining in the single digits and teens before a slow moderation later in the week.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 22 Jan. 2026
Locations are expected to begin intake at different times on Friday and to stay open through Sunday night, or as long as the need persists.
—Dallas Morning News, 22 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persists
Verb
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From big dreams to devastating loss, their oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
16 Dec. 2025
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If Pashinyan perseveres and the fledgling peace with Baku holds, the biggest losers will be Moscow and Tehran, both of which will forfeit an erstwhile ally in the South Caucasus.—
Ilan Berman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Nov. 2025
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Maurice Suh, a member of Chiles’ legal team, said in a statement that his client remains determined to keep the bronze medal she was awarded at the Paris Olympics.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Iran’s internet connectivity has been partially restored, but experts are warning that, even on the other side of the digital blackout, the outlook for Iranian internet access remains bleak.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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China continues to expand nuclear energy to meet rising electricity demand and climate goals.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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While speaking with The Sunday Times, Reilly shed some light on what viewers can expect to see from Beth as her story continues.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The paralytic effect typically lasts for four to six minutes.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The formula is lightweight and lasts all day,, especially when paired with one of the brand’s body creams (Brazilian Bum Bum is our favorite).—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Persists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persists. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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