Meaning: The runner kept going even though it was hard and they were in pain because they were determined to finish the race.
Choice of Words: "Pushed through" implies overcoming difficulty, while "determined" means resolute or persistent.
Alternative Expressions
The runner persevered despite the agony, resolute.
Meaning: This means that the runner kept running even though it was very painful. They were very determined to finish the race.
Choice of Words: The runner is the person who is running. Persevered means to continue doing something even though it is difficult. Despite means in spite of something. Agony is extreme pain. Resolute means determined.
The runner endured the discomfort, unwavering.
Meaning: This means that the runner kept running even though it was uncomfortable. They were very determined to finish the race.
Choice of Words: The runner is the person who is running. Endured means to tolerate or withstand something difficult. Discomfort is a feeling of pain or uneasiness. Unwavering means not changing or weakening.