I continue to oppose torture, but its use is widespread and will persist as long as it remains underground.

This latter use persisted to the second half of the 20th century in some areas.

The standard medical use of opium persisted well into the 19th century.

That use persisted until the fall of the Soviet Union.

In many Anglican parishes, the use of frontals has persisted.

However, the use of runes persisted for specialized purposes in Northern Europe.

In a few situations, the use of electric boats has persisted from the early 20th century to the present day.

However, the use of axle generators and batteries persisted for many years.

In Japan their use persisted into the early 2000s.

Away from main routes, their use persisted into the 19th century.