continuation
noun
con·tin·u·a·tion
kən-ˌtin-yə-ˈwā-shən 
-yü-ˈā-
1
: the act or fact of continuing in or the prolongation of a state or activity
2
: resumption after an interruption
3
: something that continues, increases, or adds
Examples of continuation in a Sentence
the continuation of high unemployment has cost the government much support
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
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Now, McGinley joins Faison, Braff, Sarah Chalke, and Judy Reyes as the Scrubs stars reprise their roles for the series continuation.
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Fans embraced it as a seamless continuation of the Sublime sound, while critics noted how its mix of nostalgia and fresh energy mirrored Jakob’s own journey into his father’s musical role.
—Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Now, McGinley joins Faison, Braff, Sarah Chalke, and Judy Reyes as the Scrubs stars reprise their roles for the series continuation.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Sep. 2025
Breastfeeding in Public Wasn't Always So Easy The Special K campaign marks a continuation of the message that Baz sends in all her most flashy ad campaigns to date.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 3 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for continuation
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“Continuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/continuation. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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continuation
noun
con·tin·u·a·tion
kən-ˌtin-yə-ˈwā-shən
1
: the act or fact of continuing in or extending the time of a state or activity
2
: a beginning again after an interruption
3
: a thing or part by which something is continued
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