Synonyms of continues

continues

verb

present tense third-person singular of continue

1

as in remains

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state

the heavy snow continued throughout the night

Synonyms & Similar Words

• remains
• lasts
• persists
• stays
• endures
• survives
• lingers
• abides
• runs on
• prevails
• holds on
• perdures
• keeps up
• bides
• holds up
• sticks around
• tarries
• carries through

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ceases
• ends
• concludes
• stops
• closes
• passes
• dies
• expires
• terminates
• finishes
• lapses
• quits
• winds up
• discontinues
• dies (down)
• leaves off
• desists
• wanes
• subsides
• moderates
• ebbs
• abates
• lets up

2

as in resumes

to begin again or return to after an interruption

we'll continue this discussion after we've eaten

Synonyms & Similar Words

• resumes
• reopens
• restarts
• proceeds (with)
• renews
• revives
• picks up
• resuscitates
• recrudesces

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• concludes
• ends
• completes
• finishes
• ceases
• stops
• stays
• terminates
• finalizes
• drops
• consummates
• breaks
• halts
• cuts
• discontinues
• checks
• quits
• leaves off
• shuts off
• cans
• desists
• scuttles
• knocks off
• belays

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of continues

Goldman Sachs economist Daan Struyven warned in a recent note that prices could still reach $120 a barrel as the war, now in its seventh month, continues to disrupt shipping. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026

Furthermore, the brand continues to deliver elevated experiences across categories around the world. — Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

As Russia continues to inch towards these cities, the remaining residents fear Moscow is laying the ground for a future attack. — Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026

If Bryce Underwood continues his poor play, will this calm down the big spending on incoming high school recruits? — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

The movie continues the story of New England sisters Gillian and Sally Owens, played by Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2026

Despite this, Charlotte’s airport continues to be among the busiest airports in North America and globally for passenger traffic. — Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2026

As the community continues to take shape, buyers can begin exploring available home opportunities now and look forward to experiencing the new models this fall. — Jenuane Communities, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026

There is no known ongoing threat to the community, but patrols have been increased around LGBTQIA+ establishments as the investigation continues, according to police. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026