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as in remains
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the heavy snow continued throughout the night
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as in resumes
to begin again or return to after an interruption
we'll continue this discussion after we've eaten
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Recent Examples of continues
Work continues on the White House ballroom project as historic preservation advocates press for proper review procedures.
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Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Both consultants estimated that inflation in Caracas is currently running between 20% and 30% a month and is destined to keep rising as long as the bolivar depreciation continues.
—Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
The film, which was produced by Sony, has reportedly become the most popular Netflix film ever, and continues to break streaming records, even for its original soundtrack.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 11 Nov. 2025
And Doughty, who turns 36 in December and is still the runaway leader in ice time for the Kings, continues to be viewed in a very positive light by Team Canada’s decision-makers.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
He was nominated for an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement, Storyboarding in an Animated Feature Production for his work on Wreck-It Ralph and continues to be represented by SEL Media Group and Hirsch Wallerstein Hayum.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2025
For instance, Seth Campbell continues his father’s legacy by serving on the board of the Two Ten Footwear Foundation, a nonprofit that aids shoe industry workers with education and emergency funds.
—Jennie Bell, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Polartec® continues to advance the frontier of all-weather performance, driving a new era of breathable, sustainable and technically superior fabric innovation focused on end users.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Nov. 2025
Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2025
Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Both consultants estimated that inflation in Caracas is currently running between 20% and 30% a month and is destined to keep rising as long as the bolivar depreciation continues.
—Stefano Pozzebon, CNN Money, 11 Nov. 2025
The film, which was produced by Sony, has reportedly become the most popular Netflix film ever, and continues to break streaming records, even for its original soundtrack.
—Dylan Butts, CNBC, 11 Nov. 2025
And Doughty, who turns 36 in December and is still the runaway leader in ice time for the Kings, continues to be viewed in a very positive light by Team Canada’s decision-makers.
—Chris Johnston, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
He was nominated for an Annie Award for Outstanding Achievement, Storyboarding in an Animated Feature Production for his work on Wreck-It Ralph and continues to be represented by SEL Media Group and Hirsch Wallerstein Hayum.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2025
For instance, Seth Campbell continues his father’s legacy by serving on the board of the Two Ten Footwear Foundation, a nonprofit that aids shoe industry workers with education and emergency funds.
—Jennie Bell, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2025
Polartec® continues to advance the frontier of all-weather performance, driving a new era of breathable, sustainable and technically superior fabric innovation focused on end users.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Nov. 2025
Daniel also has and continues to be involved in podcasting at the newspaper.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for continues
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At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Four years on, the diatribe remains the same.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The civil trial resumes Wednesday, after Election Day Tuesday.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Much of that spending may be driven by wealthy Americans who are less dependent on weekly paychecks, but a clearer picture will not be available until the government resumes releasing economic data.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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However, depending on how long the shutdown lasts, the commodity offerings could eventually start to run dry, Little said.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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The journey from Bönigen to Interlaken by water lasts around 90 minutes.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Darbin Wofford, deputy director of health care for the centrist Democratic group Third Way, said even if there’s an agreement that reopens the government without a subsidy extension, Republicans already own the consequences.—
Nathaniel Weixel,
The Hill,
6 Nov. 2025
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The margin will narrow by one seat once the government reopens and the winner of a special election, Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva of Arizona, is sworn in.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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If blood still persists, repeat these steps until the stain has lifted.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites are grappling with the pause of food assistance as a nationwide pause on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits persists among the ongoing government shutdown.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The engine restarts as soon as the driver relieves pressure from the brake.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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But even after the Fed restarts interest rate reductions, the institution is likely to remain the focus of the president’s ire.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Continues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continues. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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