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persisted demonstrating
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "persisted demonstrating" is not correct and sounds awkward in written English.
It may be intended to convey the idea of continuing to demonstrate something, but the construction is not standard. Example: "Despite the challenges, she persisted in demonstrating her skills during the competition."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(1)
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
1 human-written examples
Though it has been suggested that the low BP-higher mortality association manifests only close to death, the investigators performed a sensitivity analysis that excluded deaths within the first year of follow-up; and this analysis revealed that the association persisted, demonstrating robustness of their findings.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
59 human-written examples
Even after hematocrits (HCT) had recovered, microcytosis of erythrocytes (Figures 1D E; Table 2) and reticulocytes (Table 2) persisted (demonstrated as decreased mean cell volume, MCV and MCVR, respectively).
Science
However barriers to the widespread dissemination of AT persist demonstrated in the UK by the failure of a recent attempt to introduce a mass market telecare product via commercial retail stores; low awareness amongst potential users and the general public was suggested as a possible reason for this [ 17].
Science
However the characteristic lentoid shape of the hypocotyl nuclei persisted throughout, demonstrating that this hallmark of wound induced cell death does not occur during this particular type of chemically induced cell death (Fig. 7A).
Science
That this argument persists demonstrates the limitations of morphological interpretations made from 2D images, especially when similar-looking landforms can form by very different processes.
Total doses of 16 Gy or more will cure TIN in the majority of cases, but some of the cases will relapse or persist as demonstrated in the present study.
Science
He knew that the end of Jim Crow did not mean the end of racism, and he persisted in demonstrating for justice and equality until, fifty years ago this week, he met the fate that was in the cards, part of the deal, from the moment that he rose to speak from the pulpit of the Holt Street Church.
News & Media
This high expression persisted through silique maturation, demonstrating a partial spatial separation of ProDH1 and ProDH2 expression in flowers.
Science
The patients that were identified as having a discrete or persisting disorder demonstrated decreased grey matter volumes within distributed frontal brain regions when contrasted to both the control subjects as well as those patients in the attenuated syndrome stage.
Science
Fraser-Jenkins [ 74], in reviewing the various studies on the group, rejected each of these species as the missing progenitor based on additional studies and morphological features, but the idea of D. ludoviciana's involvement persists, as demonstrated by Juslen et al.'s [ 49] recent work.
Science
The sequence of values helps differentiating whether the high level is due mainly to an absorption peak and quickly drops off, or whether it persists or even rebounds, demonstrating a marked, chronic saturation of lithium in the tissues.
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When aiming to convey a continuous action of demonstrating, consider using phrases like "continued to demonstrate" or "kept demonstrating" instead of the less common "persisted demonstrating".
Common error
Avoid directly combining "persisted" with "demonstrating". The combination creates an unnatural sentence structure. It's better to use a more explicit connector or rephrase the sentence for clarity.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "persisted demonstrating" is an uncommon and grammatically awkward construction. Ludwig AI indicates it's not a standard way to express a continuing action of demonstrating. It's an attempt to combine the idea of persistence with the action of demonstrating, but it doesn't conform to typical English syntax.
Frequent in
Science
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News & Media
50%
Formal & Business
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Less common in
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "persisted demonstrating" is a grammatically awkward and uncommon construction in English. Ludwig AI analysis shows it's not a standard phrase and can sound unnatural. The intended meaning is to convey a continuing action of demonstrating, but it's best to use clearer alternatives like "continued to demonstrate" or "kept demonstrating". While sources include Science and News & Media, the phrase's low frequency and grammatical issues suggest avoiding it in formal writing. Instead, opt for more conventional phrasing to ensure clarity and grammatical correctness. It's advisable to replace the phrase, as the original examples available online are of low quality and limited use.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
continued to demonstrate
Replaces "persisted demonstrating" with a more common and grammatically correct way to express ongoing demonstration.
kept demonstrating
Similar to 'continued to demonstrate', emphasizing the repetitive or consistent nature of the demonstration.
persistently demonstrated
Uses the adverb 'persistently' to modify 'demonstrated', highlighting the unwavering nature of the demonstration.
repeatedly demonstrated
Focuses on the multiple instances of demonstration.
consistently showed
Uses 'consistently' to emphasize the regularity of the demonstration.
maintained demonstration
Emphasizes the upholding and continuation of a demonstration.
sustained demonstration
Highlights the ability of demonstration to last for a while.
uninterruptedly demonstrated
Highlights lack of interruption or change to the demonstration
proceeded to demonstrate
Emphasizes the continuous flow from one action to the action of demonstrating something
showed enduring evidence
More generally suggests ongoing evidence rather than direct demonstration.
FAQs
How can I rephrase a sentence using "persisted demonstrating"?
Instead of "persisted demonstrating", consider using phrases such as "continued to demonstrate", "kept demonstrating", or "persistently demonstrated" for better clarity and grammatical correctness. For example, you might say "The study continued to demonstrate the effectiveness of the treatment".
What does it mean when something 'persisted'?
When something "persisted", it means it continued to exist or happen for a prolonged period, or despite obstacles. For example, "Despite the challenges, her determination persisted".
Is there a difference between "continued to demonstrate" and "persisted in demonstrating"?
"Continued to demonstrate" implies a straightforward continuation of showing or proving something. "Persisted in demonstrating" suggests that the action of demonstrating faced some opposition or difficulty, which the subject overcame. Persisted emphasizes that it was difficult to "carry on" with the demonstration but it was done nevertheless.
When is it appropriate to use the word 'persist'?
Use 'persist' when you want to emphasize the continuous existence or occurrence of something, especially when faced with resistance or obstacles. It's often used to describe something that stubbornly remains or continues, such as "The symptoms persisted despite treatment".
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
83%
Authority and reliability
2.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested