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to persist
01
to continue a course of action with determination, even when faced with challenges or discouragement
Intransitive: to persist in a course of action
Example
Despite his injury, the athlete persisted in training for the marathon.
The writer persisted in submitting her manuscript to publishers, even after receiving multiple rejections.
Example
The storm persisted for several days, far longer than the forecast had predicted.
Even after treatment, the symptoms persisted, causing concern for the doctors.
03
to stay in a consistent state or condition without changing over time, despite external factors
Intransitive
Example
The old stone building has persisted through centuries of weather and conflict.
Her love for painting has persisted since childhood, unchanged by time.
