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as in constantly
many times
grew up in a time when children were continually being told to mind their manners
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as in always
on every relevant occasion
the computer program continually updates the file with new information
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Recent Examples of continually
Safeguards of a very clear and unambiguous kind have to be programmed into them on an algorithmic basis and then continually supervised by humans to make sure the safeguards are working properly.
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David Szondy
june 28, New Atlas, 28 June 2025
For all the handwringing from the outside after a bad loss, the Cubs have continually managed to keep the noise out of the clubhouse.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 27 June 2025
Americans are continually encouraged to sock away money in a 401(k) or other retirement plan to ensure a comfortable, if not cushy, life in their later years.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 27 June 2025
Friedland underscores this by continually situating Ruth within large groups, filmed in stationary long shots by the cinematographer Gabe C. Elder.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 June 2025
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David Szondy
june 28, New Atlas, 28 June 2025
For all the handwringing from the outside after a bad loss, the Cubs have continually managed to keep the noise out of the clubhouse.
—Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 27 June 2025
Americans are continually encouraged to sock away money in a 401(k) or other retirement plan to ensure a comfortable, if not cushy, life in their later years.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 27 June 2025
Friedland underscores this by continually situating Ruth within large groups, filmed in stationary long shots by the cinematographer Gabe C. Elder.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 19 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continually
Adverb
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Alex was on his phone and computer constantly, never sleeping.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
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The books always take a little longer to sort through; stacks of paper and hard backs line the tall floating shelves in the back area of the shop, and new ones are constantly being added.—
Stephanie Lam,
Mercury News,
22 June 2025
Adverb
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France — always in the mix in the major tournaments of the women’s game, yet still without a trophy.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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But for Helvetic gore-hounds and shark enthusiasts, that kind of access hasn’t always been guaranteed — a gap NIFFF has long worked to close by championing genre films that might otherwise struggle to find a foothold in the domestic market.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
27 June 2025
Adverb
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Outdoors, scales often are controlled by natural predators, such as parasitic wasps.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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Other liberty trees soon arose, and patriots often gathered beneath the branches seeking wisdom and support.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 June 2025
Adverb
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Russian officials have repeatedly raised concerns about escalation and the potential for nuclear fallout.—
Dan Gooding
Barney Henderson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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While administration officials have repeatedly said that regime change is not the objective of the White House, Trump on Sunday evening publicly mused about its prospects if Iran does not come to the negotiating table in good faith.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
23 June 2025
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The Under-21 European Championship invariably showcases Europe’s best up-and-coming talent.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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This is almost invariably dismissed by the GOP, but its power is compelling.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
Adverb
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American investors own shares in companies around the world, which means a tax on foreign earnings stateside will frequently be a tax on U.S. earners.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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This virus most frequently causes asymptomatic infections, but symptomatic infections can have quite severe symptoms, including paralysis of one or more limbs or even of the muscles involved in breathing.—
Jen Christiansen,
Scientific American,
25 June 2025
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“Continually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continually. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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