as in persistence
the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult
His perseverance was rewarded: after many rejections, he finally found a job. Perseverance is required to perfect just about any skill.
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Recent Examples of perseverance
Looking back at their careers, the group collectively agree that perseverance and endurance are at the core of their success.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 11 July 2025
Still, Thais-Williams’ vision and perseverance to create and sustain a home for her community will resonate for generations to come.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
Geared toward middle and high school students, this 55-minute multi-media program features the stories and music of sons of former slaves, and how each, via perseverance and work ethic, developed their respective talents to sprout the roots of American popular music.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
His perseverance and commitment paid off in the form of consecutive Stanley Cups the past two years.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for perseverance
Michelle Lee, People.com, 11 July 2025
Still, Thais-Williams’ vision and perseverance to create and sustain a home for her community will resonate for generations to come.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2025
Geared toward middle and high school students, this 55-minute multi-media program features the stories and music of sons of former slaves, and how each, via perseverance and work ethic, developed their respective talents to sprout the roots of American popular music.
—Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
His perseverance and commitment paid off in the form of consecutive Stanley Cups the past two years.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for perseverance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perseverance
Noun
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Today, those same companies pay Espinoza five-figure speaking fees to train and inspire their senior leaders — proof that persistence, when paired with purpose, creates its own path.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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For disillusioned progressives feeling powerless to stop President Trump’s initiatives, La Follette’s career exemplifies the value of rejecting the siren song of frustration and complacency in favor of persistence in pursuing progressive ideals.—
Time,
Time,
16 July 2025
Noun
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The Home Service Insurance segment experienced a decline in premiums, attributed to strategic actions to improve sales quality and persistency, as well as economic pressures such as inflation.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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The Home Service Insurance segment experienced a decline in premiums, attributed to strategic actions to improve sales quality and persistency, as well as economic pressures such as inflation.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
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In just a matter of days, internet users have praised Hall's incredible determination, leading to over 4,100 comments so far.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
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There was something exhilarating about trekking next to people who knew nothing of my diagnosis, only my determination.—
Tess Moormans,
Travel + Leisure,
27 July 2025
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“Perseverance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perseverance. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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