| Since most pesticides are not biodegradable, once they enter the food chain they persist in plant or animal bodies. |
| I hope she will persist through this stage and will play again regularly again. |
| It is striking how resiliently such ideas persist in the face of inconsistent evidence. |
| The antipodal cells are much smaller than the other cells of the gametophyte and typically persist beyond anthesis. |
| In my view, his condition will persist while he remains in conflict with the Force as his antipathy is now so deep-seated and consuming. |
| While it can be effectively treated with antibiotics, depression and listlessness can persist for some time. |
