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Were it not for her persistence, the project would have failed.
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Narrator
Were it not for her persistence, the project would have failed.
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Giving Advice
Without persistence, the project would likely have failed.
Describing Habits
Her persistence was crucial; otherwise, the project wouldn't have succeeded.
Asking About Others
Did their dedication prevent the project from failing?
Sharing Hypotheticals
If she hadn't persisted, the project would have been a disaster.
Rephrased versions
Formal
The project's success was contingent upon her persistent efforts.
Casual
The project would have tanked without her sticking with it.
Simpler English
The project failed because she didn't keep trying.
Phrases to learn
Were it not for
If it wasn't for; but for.
persistence
Continued effort in spite of difficulty.