as in insistent
continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement
although his first attempts were singularly unsuccessful, he was persistent in his pursuit of a career in rock music
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Recent Examples of persistent
Be sure to also look for pooling water around the faucet, grime around the fixtures, or persistent water spots indicating soap scum buildup.
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
The pickup truck attack that killed 14 bystanders in New Orleans' French Quarter on New Year's is part of a persistent global trend of using vehicles as weapons.
—Avery Lotz, Axios, 2 Jan. 2025
However, persistent or severe cases may require medical intervention for relief.3
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—Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
System disparities, privacy concerns, and the necessity for thorough training remain persistent issues.
—Ethan Stone, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2025
The pickup truck attack that killed 14 bystanders in New Orleans' French Quarter on New Year's is part of a persistent global trend of using vehicles as weapons.
—Avery Lotz, Axios, 2 Jan. 2025
However, persistent or severe cases may require medical intervention for relief.3
Was this page helpful?
—Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
System disparities, privacy concerns, and the necessity for thorough training remain persistent issues.
—Ethan Stone, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistent
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Surely the VIPs and anyone else invested in the process and its outcome will be more insistent than ever that the games continue — but what about the remaining players?Brian Welk, IndieWire, 31 Dec. 2024
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In public, Uzi simply moves differently, with an insistent sway that can feel both thrilling and unsettling.Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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The stubborn machine has won, and politicians are, for the most part, just fodder, which means that every politician who has to stand in front of a camera after a tragedy turns into another battle site in an endless culture war.Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2025
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Coaches will tell you of a character who could be grumpy or stubborn, but also of someone who needed faith shown in him.The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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After a young man is possessed in a séance by the spirits of kamikaze pilots: His usual rather weak features had taken on a manly, resolute look.Ian Buruma, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
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This counts as revelatory for Schauffele, an admission of something other than resolute strength for a 31-year-old who walks the course with a confident swagger.Gabby Herzig, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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Renee McClintock, a 29-year-old mother of two, is one of the app’s more tenacious entrepreneurs.Jason Parham, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
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In junior, Poitras played a tenacious skill game that put him on the puck and endeared itself to his coaches and scouts.Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Without the dogged work of ethical journalists, the Watergate scandal may have never been exposed.Sarah Bahr, New York Times, 20 Dec. 2024
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Its people and institutions have mounted a committed response to the drug menace through education, treatment programs and the dogged work of the city’s police force.Michelle Weber, Longreads, 6 Dec. 2024
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Through it all, Franklin remained steadfast with the 1-0 each week approach.Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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As the counterfeit industry develops more sophisticated methods, the fight for authenticity must remain steadfast, driven by technology, vigilance, and a commitment to ethical production and consumption.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Feeling defeated, Kitty gets a pep talk from Min Ho, who reminds her of her relentless spirit and determination.Jordana Comiter, People.com, 18 Jan. 2025
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Sports High School Sports Four reach double figures to lead Cavaliers, who get a strong finish from senior guard Kam Carter UPDATED: January 17, 2025 at 10:18 PM EST Spalding senior guard Kam Carter sealed a win over St. Frances with two relentless finishes at the basket in the closing minutes.Glenn Graham, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2025
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Credit to Mobley for being such a mature player, able to be patient with his role so the Cavaliers could evolve.Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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What still isn’t known Our research does not clarify whether the changes in dispensing patterns led to measurable changes in patient outcomes.Ashley Bradford, The Conversation, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Persistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistent. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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