per
sist
Third Person
persists
Present Participle
persisting
Past Tense
persisted
Past Participle
persisted
1
to continue a course of action with determination, even when faced with challenges or discouragement
- Despite his injury, the athlete persisted in training for the marathon.
- The writer persisted in submitting her manuscript to publishers, even after receiving multiple rejections.
- She persisted in her studies, even though her friends constantly urged her to take a break.
- The protesters persisted in their demands for justice, refusing to back down despite the harsh conditions.
- He persisted in building his business, even when others told him it would never succeed.
2
to last beyond the typical or anticipated duration
- The storm persisted for several days, far longer than the forecast had predicted.
- Even after treatment, the symptoms persisted, causing concern for the doctors.
- The rumor persisted long after the event had been clarified and debunked.
- The smell of smoke persisted in the air, even after the fire had been extinguished.
- The memory of that day persisted in his mind for years, refusing to fade.
3
to stay in a consistent state or condition without changing over time, despite external factors
- The old stone building has persisted through centuries of weather and conflict.
- Her love for painting has persisted since childhood, unchanged by time.
- Despite technological advances, handwritten letters have persisted as a sentimental way to communicate.
- His calm demeanor persisted, even under intense pressure at work.
- The community’s reliance on traditional farming techniques has persisted, despite the availability of modern tools.