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The polite word for someone who refuses to take the hint.
means Continuing firmly toward a goal despite obstacles, opposition, or the universe's clear suggestions to stop.
from From Latin persistere, to stand firm — per (thoroughly) plus sistere (to stand), literally planting your feet and not moving.
Spam disguiseMarketers call relentless emails persistent, never desperate.
Tech termPersistent data survives after the program closes.
Thin linePraised as grit, resented as nagging — context decides.