Definitions
be persistent, refuse to stop
Word origin
From Middle English perseveren, from Old French perseverer, from Latin persevērāre (“to continue steadfastly, persist, persevere”), from perseverus (“very strict or earnest”), from per (“through, by the means of”) + severus (“strict, earnest”). Doublet of perseverate.
Used in a sentence
“I will persevere in my course of loyalty, though the conflict be sore between that and my blood.”
“Sir Walter had sought the acquaintance, and though his overtures had not been met with any warmth, he had persevered in seeking it.”
“He is a trifle discouraged, but he perseveres.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“keep trying”9 letters
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