1. the quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or opposition
2. the continued existence or occurrence of something

Examples

• Her persistence in studying paid off when she passed the difficult exam.
• The athlete’s persistence through injury led to his eventual recovery.
• Despite repeated rejections, his persistence finally got him the job.
• The persistence of the rain ruined our picnic plans.
• The persistence of poverty in the region requires immediate attention.
• Through sheer persistence, she learned to speak three languages fluently.
• The persistence of the old traditions kept the culture alive.