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Persevering Persevere V ˌpɜː.Sɪˈvɪə R Continue Determined Problems

Term persevere (v.)
Synonym
[ˌpɜː.sɪˈvɪə r ]

to try to do or continue doing something in a determined way, despite having problems
Meaning
• It looks as if the policy will be a success, providing that the government perseveres and does not give in to its critics.

• The education director is persevering in his attempt to obtain additional funding for the school.

• Despite receiving little support, the women are persevering with their crusade to fight crime.

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