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persistent

Definition

adjective: continuing to do something or to try to do something even though it is difficult or other people want you to stop
adjective: existing for a long or longer than usual time or continuously
synonyms: abiding, accordant, adherent

Examples

Flooding has been a 'persistent' problem in the area this year.
He is one of the government's most 'persistent' critics.
He has been fighting a 'persistent' cold/infection.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

(..) Okay. No, no, I'm not... I'm not just saying that. You're... you're... you're tough... and, uh... and persistent and decisive. Mm. Kind of sounds like you're calling me stubborn. Yeah, well... you are insanely stubborn and... (..)
2017 TvShow: Superstore Title: Cheyenne's Wedding Season: 2 Episode 20