persevering

Example Sentences

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In her new memoir, Chita Rivera says she could never relate to the song “I’m Still Here,” Stephen Sondheim’s beloved ode to persevering despite the odds.

From New York Times

“This has been an extremely long haul,” Hamilton said, crediting Wilson and victims for persevering.

From Seattle Times

The Bruins were more than ready for the challenge, persevering for at least one more.

From Los Angeles Times

She carved out a reputation in the House as quietly persevering, though vocal when necessary, said former Rep. Cindy Axne of Iowa, who entered Congress with Slotkin and calls her a friend.

From Seattle Times

The hardest partying people, the ones who danced with joy no matter who was watching were the mothers, the grandmothers, the women who worked for years, sacrificing and persevering for their Black kids’ futures.

From Washington Post