Both Uses of
persistent
in
Babbitt
- He persistently kept behind Babbitt, and however much his shoulders ached from the pack, however sorely he panted, Babbitt could hear his guide panting equally.†
Chpt 25
- He was at once resenting and missing the persistent teasing at the Roughnecks' Table.†
Chpt 25 *
Definition:
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(persistent) continuing -- especially despite difficulties or opposition