as in persistence
the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult
His perseverance was rewarded: after many rejections, he finally found a job. Perseverance is required to perfect just about any skill.
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Recent Examples of perseverance
As Usher examines his storied career, listeners will be reminded not only of his unparalleled talent but also of his enduring ability to connect through music, perseverance and truth.
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Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
The intergenerational perseverance and creativity centered throughout Fotos yield stronger performances; even when perusing familiar turf, the music moves in a spirit of veneration of innovators and fertile exchange of ideas among today’s luminaries.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
But, this time around calls for grit, perseverance, and a deeper understanding of history.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
The spirit of the city is one that famously acknowledges life’s frailty by living it to the fullest — its party-hard ethos is rooted in a history of perseverance.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Okla Jones, Essence, 13 Jan. 2025
The intergenerational perseverance and creativity centered throughout Fotos yield stronger performances; even when perusing familiar turf, the music moves in a spirit of veneration of innovators and fertile exchange of ideas among today’s luminaries.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 13 Jan. 2025
But, this time around calls for grit, perseverance, and a deeper understanding of history.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
The spirit of the city is one that famously acknowledges life’s frailty by living it to the fullest — its party-hard ethos is rooted in a history of perseverance.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for perseverance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perseverance
Noun
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For the second straight season, Mahomes has done so largely due to his persistence, problem-solving ability and willingness to adjust his playing style to any game’s specific circumstances.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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The persistence of market failure and agency expertise narratives, despite political failures and bureaucratic ineptitude being the true obstacles.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr.,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
2 May 2023
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Dan recalled of his daughter’s persistency.—
Eric Sondheimer Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2020
Noun
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These systems are considered substantial factors in making determinations that affect access to critical opportunities like employment, healthcare, or financial services.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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On that day, Neymar was unplayable, a one-man force on the ball who displayed the incredible skills and elite determination that have marked his playing days.—
Felipe Cardenas,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Perseverance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perseverance. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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