persist
verb (used without object)
to continue steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action, or the like, especially in spite of opposition, remonstrance, etc..
is persisting
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present progressiveof persist (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Dan J. Sullivan is persisting and Alaska's top court ruled last month that he can stay in the race.
From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026
This time, however, is unique: There are warning augurs of fissures for the economy, inflation is persisting and markets are on edge.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 11, 2025
Normally marine heatwaves last around two weeks, so scientists are surprised at how long this one is persisting.
From BBC ● May 21, 2025
Virologists aren’t sure why the strain is persisting longer than normal, and studies are still underway to understand the cause.
From Seattle Times ● May 1, 2023
Definition of Bumblepuppy.—Bumblepuppy is persisting to play whist, either in utter ignorance of all its known principles, or in defiance of them, or both.
From Maria Edgeworth by Helen Zimmern
