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persist in

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb persist in has 1 sense
  1. continue, persist in - carry forward; "We continued our research into the cause of the illness"
    --1 is one way to act, move
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s something
    Something ----s something

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Term: Persist In

Definition: To continue doing something in a determined or steadfast manner despite challenges or opposition.

Part of Speech: Verb phrase

Sense 1: To continue or carry on with a specific action or behavior.

Example: Despite facing numerous obstacles, he persisted in chasing his dreams.

Sense 2: To persevere or remain determined in achieving a particular goal or outcome.

Example: The team persisted in their efforts to win the championship, despite setbacks along the way.

Sense 3: To persistently or continuously engage in a specific activity or habit.

Example: The child persisted in asking for a new toy until his parents finally gave in.

Sense 4: To continue to exist or remain unchanged over a period of time.

Example: The tradition of celebrating New Year's Eve with fireworks persists in many cultures around the world.

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