persevere
verb (used without object)
to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly.
perseveres
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present tense formof persevere (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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As rents rise and street-level spots vanish, street food culture perseveres.
From Salon ● Aug. 9, 2026
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
As the year-old war continues, a major factor in who perseveres is which side has enough ammunition and troops.
From New York Times ● Mar. 16, 2023
The beautiful natural world of the Philippines perseveres, despite everything.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
