on end

phrase

Synonyms of on endnext
: without a stop or letup
it rained for days on end

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However, the average vessel isn't exactly sailing around the world for years on end like a commercial freighter. — New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026 This kid-friendly service comes with age-appropriate books that'll keep kids entertained for hours on end. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026 Last year, 16-year-old Adam Raine killed himself after extensively discussing specific suicide methods with ChatGPT for months on end, his family alleged in lawsuit against OpenAI. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 23 Sep. 2026 Ruled by Europe’s longest-ruling Royal Family, Monaco’s palaces have housed real-life royalty for centuries on end. — Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on end

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“On end.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20end. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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