as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the ceaselessness of the noise was as irritating as its loudness
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Noun
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Thursday, Ross fired head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons that produced a 35-33 regular-season record and an 0-2 continuation of zero playoff victories since 2001, the longest such drought in the sport.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026 -
The Climate Central database uses effectively the same methodology as NOAA’s did, in order to be a direct continuation of the government’s previous work.—
Andrew Freedman,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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If strikes move forward, the Department of Health will have staff on site at all affected hospitals beginning tomorrow morning and for the duration of the strike to ensure patient safety and continuity of care.—
Noelle Lilley,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Nevertheless, the mosaic floor represents a continuity within the city—a thread that ran through its existence.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Noun
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His latest film looks like both a step up and a continuance of his brand of zippy horror with a comedic bite.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 Jan. 2026
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Earlier this month, Mays’ attorney requested a continuance, and a judge last week canceled the March 30 trial for Mays and rescheduled it for March 29, 2027.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Dec. 2025
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His story is one of persistence, leadership and a lasting commitment to helping others.—
Malana VanTyler,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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The photo captures a moment when frozen lagoons, sea ice, and shoreline all coexist in mid-June, a useful context for understanding seasonal ice persistence in a region where timing affects ecosystems, coastal erosion and human activity.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
2 Jan. 2026
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“Ceaselessness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceaselessness. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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