persistence
noun
per·sis·tence
pər-ˈsi-stən(t)s 
-ˈzi-
1
: the action or fact of persisting
2
: the quality or state of being persistent
especially
: perseverance
Examples of persistence in a Sentence
He admired her dogged persistence in pursuing the job.
His persistence in asking for a raise was finally rewarded.
She has shown a lot of persistence.
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This late-career emergence as an elite quarterback demonstrated both Gannon's persistence and the impact of finally finding the right organizational fit.
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Such persistence can pay off in the long run: civil society groups in Bangladesh, South Africa, and Sri Lanka eventually chased out corrupt politicians.
—Elizabeth David-Barrett, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
As fans revisit his performances—from Iceman to Batman—Val Kilmer's legacy remains defined not only by his onscreen characters, but also by his creative persistence through profound personal challenges.
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But its core themes—persistence, natural beauty, and finding purpose against long odds—remain as relevant as ever.
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Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Such persistence can pay off in the long run: civil society groups in Bangladesh, South Africa, and Sri Lanka eventually chased out corrupt politicians.
—Elizabeth David-Barrett, Foreign Affairs, 4 Apr. 2025
As fans revisit his performances—from Iceman to Batman—Val Kilmer's legacy remains defined not only by his onscreen characters, but also by his creative persistence through profound personal challenges.
—Jason D. Greenblatt, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Apr. 2025
But its core themes—persistence, natural beauty, and finding purpose against long odds—remain as relevant as ever.
—ArsTechnica, 1 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for persistence
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“Persistence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/persistence. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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persistence
noun
per·sis·tence
pər-ˈsis-tən(t)s
-ˈzis-
1
: the act or fact of persisting
2
: the quality of being persistent
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