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as in persevered
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 remained
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 persisted
This one has persisted long enough to stand tall as arguably the most compelling of the 2020s.
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Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Outreach efforts continued Tuesday as rainfall persisted.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
Skepticism about Shakespeare having actually written the plays attributed to him has persisted for more than a century, originated by lack of documentation and inadequacies in the historical record and perpetuated by cultural fascination.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
However, after approximately eight weeks, the problem still persisted.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Nevertheless, Hamm’s persisted.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2026
This sleeplessness has reportedly persisted in jail.
—Diego Lasarte, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
The controversy stems from the fact that Mars seems to have had temperate climate periods with rain that deeply altered the rocks, as well as widespread rivers and lakes that persisted for potentially millions of years.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Fan enthusiasm has persisted even as ticket prices rose by more than 50% since 2022.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 25 Apr. 2026
Outreach efforts continued Tuesday as rainfall persisted.
—Annasofia Scheve, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
Skepticism about Shakespeare having actually written the plays attributed to him has persisted for more than a century, originated by lack of documentation and inadequacies in the historical record and perpetuated by cultural fascination.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
However, after approximately eight weeks, the problem still persisted.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Nevertheless, Hamm’s persisted.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2026
This sleeplessness has reportedly persisted in jail.
—Diego Lasarte, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
The controversy stems from the fact that Mars seems to have had temperate climate periods with rain that deeply altered the rocks, as well as widespread rivers and lakes that persisted for potentially millions of years.
—Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 20 Apr. 2026
Fan enthusiasm has persisted even as ticket prices rose by more than 50% since 2022.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persisted
Verb
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Wexler, who recently lost one of his closest friends after a motorcycle accident, has persevered with support from his teammates.—
Alex Kushel,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Apr. 2026
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For more than 100 years, Coca-Cola has persevered as an undeniable American emblem, affixed to marketing memorable ads and filling soda machines in more than 200 countries.—
Mariah Franklin,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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After being bossed by Paris Saint-Germain across two legs in the Champions League quarter-final, Slot insisted the future remained bright at Liverpool.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Across the country, the average price for a gallon of gas remained above $4 Friday evening.—
Sarah D. Wire,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Pistons were only able to make 6-of-30 threes in Game 4 and the Magic continued to frustrate Detroit star Cade Cunningham.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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The questions continued when the Steelers rounded out their draft class with likely special teamers who have size (sixth-round, 6-5, 321-pound DT Gabriel Rubio) and speed (Oklahoma safety Robert Spears-Jennings ran the fastest 40 at the combine at his position) but need polish.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Moreover, Puth played several keyboard solos that lasted two minutes or longer, including in two of his first three selections.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Ryan gave up seven runs - four earned - in five innings, while the Mets' Christian Scott lasted just 1 1/3 innings and walked five in his first appearance with the club since July 21, 2024.—
CBS New York Team,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Persisted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persisted. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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