PERSIST

• (verb) be persistent, refuse to stop

  "he persisted to call me every night", "The child persisted and kept asking questions"

  synonyms : hang in , hang on , hold on , persevere

  He persevered in his attentions to his secretary. -added by naila_inlas

• (verb) continue to exist

  "These stories die hard", "The legend of Elvis endures"

  synonyms : die hard , endure , prevail , run

  The concept of dowry still prevails in India. -added by naila_inlas

  Despite the treatment, the pain still persists. -added by naila_inlas

• (verb) stay behind

  "The smell stayed in the room", "The hostility remained long after they made up"

  synonyms : remain , stay

  The negative feelings still persisted in their relationship. -added by naila_inlas

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