as in continuity
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the continuation of high unemployment has cost the government much support
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Recent Examples of continuation
Her 2025 solo journey was the continuation of a mission that had already made history.
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Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
The trial was a continuation of a similar study published in 2015 from Finland demonstrating similar cognitive benefits in people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s and other dementias who made behavior changes.
—Alice Park, Time, 30 July 2025
The moves are a continuation of what is now becoming a trend for DOJ, as its controversial temporary picks to lead U.S. attorneys' offices around the country face resistance from the federal bench to extend their service.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 30 July 2025
But Sunday’s deal is just the continuation of salary capologist Bandon Shore getting a larger voice since last season to get their accounting in order, a source said.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 28 July 2025
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Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
The trial was a continuation of a similar study published in 2015 from Finland demonstrating similar cognitive benefits in people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s and other dementias who made behavior changes.
—Alice Park, Time, 30 July 2025
The moves are a continuation of what is now becoming a trend for DOJ, as its controversial temporary picks to lead U.S. attorneys' offices around the country face resistance from the federal bench to extend their service.
—Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 30 July 2025
But Sunday’s deal is just the continuation of salary capologist Bandon Shore getting a larger voice since last season to get their accounting in order, a source said.
—Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuation
Noun
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Rather than viewing implementation as an IT exercise, organizations that approach it through the lens of risk management and clinical continuity see stronger adoption.—
Jim McGann,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Anchored in the Arab Peace Initiative, guided by existing UN resolutions, and conducted with robust international mediation, a final agreement would set permanent borders, involving land swaps based on security, demography, and territorial continuity.—
Ami Ayalon,
Foreign Affairs,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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But after months of continuances, on Monday, Rodríguez logged into a virtual hearing from Venezuela.—
Melissa Sanchez,
ProPublica,
29 July 2025
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The case saw several continuances as the Kansas Death Penalty Defense Unit requested more time to prepare, and show that Cherry had suffered severe abuse as a child.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
16 July 2025
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While cost is a primary consideration for payers, lack of persistence on GLP-1s is another reason for hesitance to reimburse weight loss drugs.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In the gleaming chrome and fresh paint of each vehicle at their events, there is a story of persistence, investment, and pride.—
Melissa Noel,
Essence,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Continuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuation. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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