Persist is a synonym of Endure. Endure is a synonym of Prevail. Prevail is a synonym of Triumph. 
Wear is related to Cheek. Cheek is related to Kiss. 
Persist <--Synonym--> Endure <--Synonym--> Prevail <--Synonym--> Triumph 
Wear <--RelatedTo--> Cheek <--RelatedTo--> Kiss 