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persist

verb

Reveal meaning and examples

To continue in an action or remain in existence despite difficulty or the passage of time.

The archivist chose to persist with the search rather than guess the missing name.

Dictionary practice example.

The sewing team chose to persist with a troublesome sleeve after several attempts failed to give the actor enough movement.