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Definition persistence in American English

persistence noun

[uncountable] noun
/pərˈsɪstəns/
1

the attitude or behavior of someone who continues to do, or try to do, something in a determined way

Example

Her persistence was finally rewarded by a reply from the minister himself.

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2

a situation in which something unpleasant continues to exist

Example

Doctors are worried about the persistence of his fever.

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Definition persistence in American English