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persevere

[pur-suh-veer] / ˌpɜr səˈvɪər /


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"I just somehow managed to find this strength in me to persevere and to survive. If I can do it, you can do it."

From BBC ● Jul. 18, 2026

But the rewards for those who persevere are as rich as the imperial economy that once furnished bountiful goods to the Romano-British gentleman.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026

Driving around town, looking at the lots and the wreckage, Cooley says he started to notice the bits of nature that were trying to persevere.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026

“Positive momentum across durable goods in February should hopefully help this area of the economy persevere through the current turmoil without too much damage,” he wrote.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 7, 2026

Jackie thought it best to try to live life, persevere, not look back.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel

Fortunately for the rest of us, Wylie perseveres.

From BBC ● Feb. 24, 2026

It was an appropriate ending for the Carson, Calif., product who continues to be tested — and repeatedly perseveres.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 2, 2024

Fortunately, the rock hasn't caused any damage to Perseverance, though it has certainly lived up to its owner as it perseveres in clinging to the rover after so many miles.

From Salon ● Jun. 8, 2022

Fast-forward to today, and Pinoy rock perseveres on the path that Original Pilipino Music established in the 1970s.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2021

The beautiful natural world of the Philippines perseveres, despite everything.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

The company persevered despite higher costs and production delays, although the set ended up just shy of 100% American-made.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

And who better to teach a down-and-out lawyer about courage and gumption than a coyote who has persevered in the face of certain failure?

From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026

Volunteers and rescuers persevered with the grueling task of digging through the rubble, looking for any signs of life after the critical 72-hour window passed.

From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026

“They persevered and were made beautiful by the vitrification.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2026

“Dumbledore must have taught thousands of students,” Scrimgeour persevered.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

"The work you do in there isn't easy -- the dust, the smell of dead people who are already decomposing. But here we are, persevering," he said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026

If you’re suffering from the persevering cold and in need of some cooking inspiration, fret not.

From Salon ● Feb. 20, 2026

Despite the uncertainty, families, businesses and community members remain committed to adapting and persevering in the new normal.

From BBC ● Jan. 31, 2026

As it happens, Mr. Fox has found enough staunchly persevering or recently revived craft workshops to buoy his spirits—and ours.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025

Just like I was tired of imposing and persevering.

From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo


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