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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

persist

/pərˈsɪst/ verb · British & US
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What does persist mean?

verb

To continue or remain in existence or effect; to continue to exist or be valid. To persist in a particular action or attitude.

Example

"She persisted in her efforts to complete the project despite the setbacks."

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