persevere
Example Sentences
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As the movie amply demonstrates, it took guts for Woodward and Bernstein to persevere with their reporting in the face of terrified sources and their own growing paranoia.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 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
"Young women need to persevere and follow their dreams," she said.
From Barron's • Nov. 15, 2025
Under the agreement with Unilever, Ben & Jerry’s would operate as an independent subsidiary, meaning the brand’s employees would be protected and its commitment to social justice would persevere.
From Salon • Sep. 20, 2025
Somehow, in these terrible circumstances, my mother and I found the will to persevere.
From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson
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