PERSISTS Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

persists

verb

present tense third-person singular of persist

as in perseveres

to continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement she persisted in her efforts and eventually got the job she wanted

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as in remains

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state my headache persisted for almost the entire day

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Recent Examples of persists Dietitians recommend seeing a doctor when sleep trouble persists. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026 But there's still plant life to be found, especially around the Hoanib River, an ephemeral river that only flows on the surface following heavy rain—though water persists underground both in the river and in springs. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026 But fear of Ebola persists within her family and among her neighbors. — Constant Same Bagalwa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 Lower confidence, not lower qualifications While local office might be more attractive to women, the ambition gender gap persists. — Emma Schroeder, The Conversation, 21 Oct. 2026 On a positive note, the company's customer backlog is up 50% year over year, extending into 2027 as strong demand persists. — Sarah Min, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026 However, as critic Robert Christagu recently argued in his newsletter, a lingering doubt persists that any singer-songwriter can repeat Dylan’s Nobel win. — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026 Backlash to higher prices persists even as governments spend to keep citizens happy. — Justin Worland, Time, 17 Oct. 2026 The bad news is that, if the fire persists, the worst of this Santa Ana wind event is still expected Friday morning. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026

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For a show built on grit, glare, and the occasional lollipop, Kojak perseveres with a strangely velvety charm.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 July 2026
True love, though, always perseveres.

— Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026

Definition of perseveres

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The American consumer, who accounts for about 70% of GDP, continues to buy stuff, but many are stressed by energy prices, wage stagnation, rising interest rates, and an affordability crisis in everything from health care to housing.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
And Winnie-the-Pooh continues to sit, in a thoughtful sort of way, which is what very old bears in very nice glass cases mostly do.

— STEVE HENDRIX THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026

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The sensor is powered by a single AAA battery (not included) that typically lasts up to 6 months, depending on usage.

— John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2026
The agreement lasts for three years but could be cut short or extended depending on whether the parties mutually determine the city and Police Department have reached compliance.

— Sophie Bates, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026