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Which explorer is known for perseverance in Antarctica?

perseverance

[pur-suh-veer-uhns] / ˌpɜr səˈvɪər əns /


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America is far stronger economically, but perseverance and patience may matter more in this fight.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026

She said Big Bang's perseverance through hardship made their music mean even more.

From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026

Baseball has a long tradition of players downplaying injuries, out of a desire to play and a belief in their own perseverance.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026

For others, the day – and its aftermath – represent restored American pride and military perseverance.

From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026

Along its octagonal walls, bright banners displayed each Arcanum tenet: integrity, self-control, perseverance, goodness.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton


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