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Which explorer is known for perseverance in Antarctica?

perseverance

[pur-suh-veer-uhns] / ˌpɜr səˈvɪər əns /


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For others, the day – and its aftermath – represent restored American pride and military perseverance.

From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026

But he taught that suffering produces perseverance, and perseverance produces character.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

But shelling out a joint-British record fee showcased City's perseverance to acquire their man and those upstairs at Etihad Stadium have shown unequivocal faith to both player and manager.

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

You need the three Ps: patience, paperwork and perseverance.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 3, 2026

“It’s a miracle of human perseverance, I tell you. And that’s just what I’m going to do from now on! I’m going to persevere. Yes, I’m going to persevere.”

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller




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