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..
will have persisted
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future perfectof persist.future perfect
Used to describe an action that will be fully completed or achieved by a specific point in the future.
Example Sentences
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By the end of his career, James will have persisted in dominance longer than any NBA player.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 5, 2023
