persevere

IPA: pɝsʌvˈɪr

(intransitive) To persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement.
(intransitive, copulative, obsolete) To stay constant; to continue in a certain state; to remain.

Examples of "persevere" in Sentences

The will to persevere is often the difference between failure and success.
The pious shall take fresh courage to persevere from the example of suffering Job.
The only reason for Senator Clinton to persevere is to continue to entertain us with nuggets like the Bosnian Sniper story.
As women of color, we've always had to rely on our talent and less on our personality or looks to persevere, which is the main lesson learned.
The American Dream, which has driven our country to such economic heights by providing the impetus for people to work hard, sacrifice, and persevere, is under direct attack.