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Words related to persist
per·sist
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continue
If someone or something continues to do something, they keep doing it and do not stop. -
persevere
to persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly. -
insist
to be emphatic, firm, or resolute on some matter of desire, demand, intention, etc.: He insists on checking every shipment. -
dead horse
something that has ceased to be useful or relevant. -
hepatitis a
a normally minor form of hepatitis caused by an RNA virus that does not persist in the blood: usually transmitted by ingestion of contaminated food or water. -
linger
to remain or stay on in a place longer than is usual or expected, as if from reluctance to leave: We lingered awhile after the party.