persist
/pərˈsɪst/
verb
- To continue firmly in an action or belief despite difficulty, opposition, or discouragement.
- She persisted in her studies even when the material was difficult.
- Despite the rain, the hikers persisted on the trail to reach the summit.
- He persisted with his request for a meeting until the manager agreed.
- To continue to exist or happen for a long time; to endure.
- Old traditions persist in many rural communities.
- The pain persisted for several days after the injury.
- The smell of smoke persisted in the room even after airing it out.