perseverance
Example Sentences
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For others, the day – and its aftermath – represent restored American pride and military perseverance.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
In a world of instant gratification, it teaches perseverance through early practices and aching muscles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
You need the three Ps: patience, paperwork and perseverance.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026
But a 1-0 lead agonisingly turned to a 2-1 defeat in the closing stages as England's defence got deeper and deeper under constant pressure from the brilliance and perseverance of Lionel Messi's world champions.
From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026
The sigh he makes is deep, a hungry air-take for the strength and perseverance all life, but especially his, requires.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
Vocabulary lists containing perseverance
Holes
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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This Week in Words: March 16–22, 2019
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