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
The shooting was among the city’s worst in recent years and served as a warning that even though violent crime has fallen in recent years, gun violence — especially that fueled by rivalries on Chicago’s splintered gang landscape — remains stubbornly persistent.
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Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
With tourism central to many regions' economies, persistent fears threaten both travel patterns and business revenues, despite reassurances from scientists and even the manga's creator.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Republicans have raised potent issues by questioning budget deficits, persistent homelessness, high housing costs and gas taxes under Democratic leadership locally and in Sacramento.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Cross-border compliance remains one of the most persistent challenges.
—Kawal Preet, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025
With tourism central to many regions' economies, persistent fears threaten both travel patterns and business revenues, despite reassurances from scientists and even the manga's creator.
—Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 July 2025
Republicans have raised potent issues by questioning budget deficits, persistent homelessness, high housing costs and gas taxes under Democratic leadership locally and in Sacramento.
—Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
Cross-border compliance remains one of the most persistent challenges.
—Kawal Preet, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistent
Adjective
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But these cerebral dispatches realize their audience often experiences the work communally and tends to enjoy it most when accompanied by flowing synths and insistent drums.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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An insistent tabby cat has left internet users in stitches after getting caught repeatedly waking up a woman by yelling outside her window, despite not being her pet.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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One of the people that is most stubborn in their support of these spendy projects is Senator Todd Young, a Republican from Indiana.—
Roger Valdez,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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For indoor brick, keep it simple by trying a slightly damp brush to sweep away stubborn dirt.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
29 June 2025
Adjective
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While many Iranians have left Tehran amid ongoing turmoil, those who remain are resolute in their commitment to stay and support one another.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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The older priest is resolute, determined to once more do battle with the Devil.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Scale insects are one of the most common and tenacious pest of ornamental plants.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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If any tenacious wax is stuck to the tip of the dome, try using the wire loop on the reverse of the brush to gently scoop it out.—
Christopher Null,
Wired News,
22 June 2025
Adjective
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Bella's reconciliation with Edward reaffirms her desire to become a vampire, while Jacob, futilely, maintains his dogged pursuit of her affections.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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Michelle has a chip on her shoulder and takes more of a dogged, sledgehammer approach.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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But Rosary’s goals and its place in the community have remained steadfast, school leadership says.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Accessibility and Sustainability Environmental care is one of Bitter End’s most steadfast values.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Golden State has relentless rebounders and hard-nosed defenders at every position.—
Devin Robertson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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Christina has become the latest target of this troubling phenomenon — subjected to relentless personal attacks and sexist scrutiny that ignore the legal process entirely.—
KC Baker,
People.com,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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Their data set was also developed using images from a diverse patient population, unlike older models built on data primarily from racially homogenous populations.—
Adaira Landry,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Doctors have a legal obligation to not talk about things like patient interactions, diagnosis, and treatments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 July 2025
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“Persistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/persistent. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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