SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
persist
verb
To continue in an action or remain in existence despite difficulty or the passage of time.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Continue despite difficulty
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Usage distinction
Return to topPersevere concerns a person's sustained effort; endure and remain also describe conditions or things that continue to exist.
CHECK THE MEANING IN CONTEXT
See persist in use
The archivist chose to persist with the search rather than guess the missing name.
The sewing team chose to persist with a troublesome sleeve after several attempts failed to give the actor enough movement.
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