Synonyms: hold on, hang in, hang on, persevere, persist
Definition: be persistent, refuse to stop
Usage: he persisted to call me every night; The child persisted and kept asking questions
Similar words: preserve, uphold, carry on, bear on, continue
Definition: keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
Usage: preserve the peace in the family; continue the family tradition; Carry on the old traditions