persistent

US /pɚˈsɪs.tənt/
UK /pɚˈsɪs.tənt/
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1.

persistant, tenace, obstiné

continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition

:
She was persistent in her efforts to learn English.
Elle était persistante dans ses efforts pour apprendre l'anglais.
His persistent questioning eventually led to the truth.
Ses questions persistantes ont finalement mené à la vérité.
2.

persistant, constant, durable

(of an unwanted phenomenon) continuing to exist or occur over a prolonged period

:
The persistent cough kept him awake all night.
La toux persistante l'a tenu éveillé toute la nuit.
We need to find a solution for this persistent problem.
Nous devons trouver une solution à ce problème persistant.