1
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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2
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
The barbs that President Barack Obama and Seth Meyers hurled at him created a political narrative that persists.
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Elahe Izadi, Washington Post, 25 Apr. 2026
The scenic seaside town was once a hub for members of France’s high society who preferred something more laid back than the glitzy Cote d’Azur in the east, and a casual atmosphere still persists here, thanks in part to the surf culture that has propagated over the years.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Although the deployment is underway, a significant gap persists between the personnel currently deployed and the authorized ceiling—a gap that constitutes the primary operational challenge at this stage, the Dominican Republic’s representative, Amb.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Unlike Cuba or Venezuela, Iran choked off a crucial trade route for energy shipments, meaning the longer the standoff persists the more the global economy will suffer.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Inflation persists 100 days into Delcy Rodriguez’s government More than 100 days have now passed since Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as Venezuela’s acting president.
—Cnn Staff, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
And speculation about a potential merger with SpaceX persists.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Crucial recent wins against Mallorca and Valencia mean Sarabia’s side are still in touching distance of safety, while their adventurous style persists, despite its obvious risks.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
With psychiatric help-seeking rates below 7%, a clear gap persists between available support and actual uptake.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026
Elahe Izadi, Washington Post, 25 Apr. 2026
The scenic seaside town was once a hub for members of France’s high society who preferred something more laid back than the glitzy Cote d’Azur in the east, and a casual atmosphere still persists here, thanks in part to the surf culture that has propagated over the years.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Although the deployment is underway, a significant gap persists between the personnel currently deployed and the authorized ceiling—a gap that constitutes the primary operational challenge at this stage, the Dominican Republic’s representative, Amb.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
Unlike Cuba or Venezuela, Iran choked off a crucial trade route for energy shipments, meaning the longer the standoff persists the more the global economy will suffer.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
Inflation persists 100 days into Delcy Rodriguez’s government More than 100 days have now passed since Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as Venezuela’s acting president.
—Cnn Staff, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
And speculation about a potential merger with SpaceX persists.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Crucial recent wins against Mallorca and Valencia mean Sarabia’s side are still in touching distance of safety, while their adventurous style persists, despite its obvious risks.
—Thom Harris, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
With psychiatric help-seeking rates below 7%, a clear gap persists between available support and actual uptake.
—Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for persists
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That spirit of hers perseveres.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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After spending her childhood as a caretaker for her mentally unwell mother, Annie perseveres, getting to her third year of medical school before a mental breakdown forces her to withdraw.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
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Standardized test scores have trended upward since the nadir of the COVID-19 pandemic, recovering faster than the state average, but the pace remains too incremental for critics.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Sources told Variety at the time that Marvel plans to keep a small visual development team, hiring people on a project by project basis, and remains committed to working with visual development artists on its projects.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Senior midfielder Peyton Brolley, Mane’s sister, continues to be impressed by her teammate and sibling.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Doe alleges the school’s failure to act caused long-term emotional and psychological harm that continues today.—
Lexi Nicklaus,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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As the weather heats up, this blush is one of the most satisfying products that simultaneously cools me down and adds a stunning pop of color to my cheeks that actually lasts.—
Gina Vaynshteyn,
StyleCaster,
29 Apr. 2026
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Those who are claustrophobic or afraid of the dark may prefer to pass on the ride, which lasts about 35 minutes.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Persists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persists. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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