as in to persist
to continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement
although he was frustrated by the lack of financial resources and support, he persevered in his scientific research
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Far from the TV cameras and reporter’s eye, in small towns and cities like Tuscaloosa, everyday Black citizens persevered despite the overwhelming power of police and white citizens.
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John M. Giggie / Made By History, TIME, 7 June 2024
See the winning Olympians in swimming, track, rugby and more who shared their medal moments with their little ones
Olympians are used to pulling off incredible feats of endurance, pushing past their own limits of exhaustion and overwhelming mental blocks to persevere in competition.
—Alex Apatoff, Peoplemag, 31 July 2024
When Andrade was at her lowest, Biles encouraged her to persevere.
—Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 29 July 2024
After her disqualification in 2021, the track star persevered by earning her spot on Team USA for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 26 July 2024
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John M. Giggie / Made By History, TIME, 7 June 2024
See the winning Olympians in swimming, track, rugby and more who shared their medal moments with their little ones
Olympians are used to pulling off incredible feats of endurance, pushing past their own limits of exhaustion and overwhelming mental blocks to persevere in competition.
—Alex Apatoff, Peoplemag, 31 July 2024
When Andrade was at her lowest, Biles encouraged her to persevere.
—Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 29 July 2024
After her disqualification in 2021, the track star persevered by earning her spot on Team USA for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
—Giana Levy, refinery29.com, 26 July 2024
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