vi to stand firm; to be fixed and unmoved; to stay; to continue steadfastly; especially, to continue fixed in a course of conduct against opposing motives; to persevere;
sometimes conveying an unfavorable notion, as of doggedness or obstinacy.
vi to stand firm; to be fixed and unmoved; to stay; to continue steadfastly; especially, to continue fixed in a course of conduct against opposing motives; to persevere;
sometimes conveying an unfavorable notion, as of doggedness or obstinacy.
Webster English vocab. Английский словарь Webster. 2012