persist

/pəsˈɪst/

/pɝˈsɪst/

[verb]

to persist

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

continue to exist

synonyms : die hard

endure

prevail

run

to keep doing something despite opposition or difficulty

synonyms : hang in

hang on

hold on

persevere

stay behind

synonyms : remain

stay

Examples

1. The scientist faced numerous challenges and obstacles in his research, but remembered that a handful of patience is worth more than a bushel of brains, and persisted with determination and hard work until he finally made groundbreaking discoveries.

2. The wind persists.

3. Yet, the question persists.

4. Supply constraints persist.