kick the habit vs persevere

kick the habit

verb
  • To recover from or quit an addiction or habit. For example, to quit smoking, drinking, or drug addiction. 

persevere

verb
  • To persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement. 

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