- present participle of persevere.
persevering
Example Sentences
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"The work you do in there isn't easy -- the dust, the smell of dead people who are already decomposing. But here we are, persevering," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
Shoshana Bean’s win for her featured performance as a persevering single mom, is a testament to the musical’s capacious heart.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 8, 2026
If you’re suffering from the persevering cold and in need of some cooking inspiration, fret not.
From Salon ● Feb. 20, 2026
As it happens, Mr. Fox has found enough staunchly persevering or recently revived craft workshops to buoy his spirits—and ours.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 14, 2025
I considered not imposing upon George LaTrell, because the truth is that in addition to being tired of persevering, I was also tired of imposing.
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
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