–verb (used without object)
1.
to 
persist in anything undertaken; maintain a purpose in spite of 
difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement; continue steadfastly.
2.
 
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/persevere
to 
persist in speech, interrogation, argument, etc.; insist.
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