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persistence

[per-sis-tuhns, -zis-] / pərˈsɪs təns, -ˈzɪs- /


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What stands out from the narrative is the persistence, cynicism and devious tactics used by the man who was the party's chief executive for more than two decades.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The third explanation is that AI has time, attention, patience, focus and the persistence to stick with methods that humans might abandon—and the solution to this Erdős problem demanded it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

But coal's persistence is also the result of infrastructure issues.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

"I learned that research is rarely a straightforward process, often requiring persistence and creative problem solving during the course of a research project," Buchalter said.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

Then, in October, her persistence suddenly, unexpectedly paid off.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein




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