Meaning of the word persisting in English

What does persisting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

persisting

US /pərˈsɪstɪŋ/
UK /pəˈsɪstɪŋ/

Adjective

continuing to exist or occur over a prolonged period

Example:
The persisting rain made the roads slippery.
Despite the challenges, her persisting efforts eventually paid off.