persist

[per-sist, -zist] / pərˈsɪst, -ˈzɪst /

VERB

carry on, carry through

Synonyms

STRONGEST

carry on carry over continue endure go on linger persevere prevail pursue recur remain

STRONG

abide grind insist last obtain perseverate repeat strive

WEAK

be resolute be stubborn follow through follow up go all the way go the limit hold on keep up leave no stone unturned perdure see through stick it out stick to guns tough it out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease discontinue give up go halt leave stop

STRONG

forget

WEAK

quit

Example Sentences

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But the cohort could be in for even more gains if the supply shortages persist.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

In our 2026 economic outlook, we warned that recession fears could persist alongside rising prices.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026

“I think it’s possible that if fuel prices persist at this level, you may see some upward pressure on average unit retail prices.”

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

The group said it expects uncertainty to persist, not least in relation to the war in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

If the stereo-type was false, why did it persist?

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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