Persist In (Verb)
Meaning
Do something repeatedly and showing no intention to stop; "We continued our research into the cause of the illness"; "The landlord persists in asking us to move".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- Despite multiple setbacks, the entrepreneur persists in trying to launch her new business venture.
- The activists continue to persist in their demands for environmental policy changes.
- The singer persists in creating music that is true to her personal style, despite industry pressure.
- The teacher persists in encouraging her students to pursue careers in science and technology.
- The company persists in developing innovative products that improve the lives of its customers.