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as in continued
going on and on without any interruptions
the continuing success of the chain as it opens stores around the country
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as in ongoing
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
the public's continuing interest in every aspect of the lives of celebrities
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as in remaining
to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state
the heavy snow continued throughout the night
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as in resuming
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 continuing
Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025
State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
What’s your advice for staying in the game so long and continuing adventures late into life?
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 26 Sep. 2024
Prosecutors have repeatedly cited an urgent and continuing need to protect people involved in the case, including the judge’s family, after Trump’s rhetoric resulted in safety concerns.
—Shayna Jacobs, Washington Post, 12 June 2024
She is terrified by the hate that has rained down on her and her fellow pro-Palestinian supporters since Hamas militants attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and Israel retaliated with a massive and continuing assault on Gaza.
—Teresa Watanabe, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
She is terrified by the hate that has rained down on her and her fellow pro-Palestinian supporters since Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and Israel retaliated with a massive and continuing assault on Gaza.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2024
The calculus changes in places like public bathrooms, where there’s a reasonable and continuing expectation of privacy.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 27 Mar. 2024
Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The investigation is continuing.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
With new local construction costs continuing to rise because of inflation, tariffs and supply route delays, a new El Cerrito library could cost as much as $37 million, according to one estimate.
—Paul Fadelli, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
The outside view of the Erik Spoelstra-Kel’el Ware relationship tends to be one of push-pull, with the Heat coach continuing to push for more and the second-year 7-footer pulling in his own direction amid a lack of minutes.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
The next stop on the tour is scheduled for March 30 at the Movistar Arena in Madrid, where the artist has additional dates planned for April 1, 3 and 4 before continuing her European trek.
—Franchesca Guim, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2026
The Oscars will relocate from the Dolby Theatre to the Peacock Theater starting in 2029 and continuing through 2039.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
The firm on Thursday said its engineers were on site Wednesday continuing their investigation.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Oil prices are continuing their weekslong rise this morning, with international Brent crude oil jumping another 4% to more than $106 per barrel.
—Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.
—Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025
State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
What’s your advice for staying in the game so long and continuing adventures late into life?
—Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 26 Sep. 2024
Prosecutors have repeatedly cited an urgent and continuing need to protect people involved in the case, including the judge’s family, after Trump’s rhetoric resulted in safety concerns.
—Shayna Jacobs, Washington Post, 12 June 2024
She is terrified by the hate that has rained down on her and her fellow pro-Palestinian supporters since Hamas militants attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and Israel retaliated with a massive and continuing assault on Gaza.
—Teresa Watanabe, Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2024
She is terrified by the hate that has rained down on her and her fellow pro-Palestinian supporters since Hamas terrorists attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and Israel retaliated with a massive and continuing assault on Gaza.
—Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 2 May 2024
The calculus changes in places like public bathrooms, where there’s a reasonable and continuing expectation of privacy.
—Victoria Song, The Verge, 27 Mar. 2024
Verb
Records show frequent transfers—sometimes in rapid succession—moving funds from TourProdEnter to the Florida LLCs, and in some instances continuing even after a company had been formally dissolved.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
The investigation is continuing.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
With new local construction costs continuing to rise because of inflation, tariffs and supply route delays, a new El Cerrito library could cost as much as $37 million, according to one estimate.
—Paul Fadelli, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2026
The outside view of the Erik Spoelstra-Kel’el Ware relationship tends to be one of push-pull, with the Heat coach continuing to push for more and the second-year 7-footer pulling in his own direction amid a lack of minutes.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
The next stop on the tour is scheduled for March 30 at the Movistar Arena in Madrid, where the artist has additional dates planned for April 1, 3 and 4 before continuing her European trek.
—Franchesca Guim, Billboard, 26 Mar. 2026
The Oscars will relocate from the Dolby Theatre to the Peacock Theater starting in 2029 and continuing through 2039.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 26 Mar. 2026
The firm on Thursday said its engineers were on site Wednesday continuing their investigation.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Oil prices are continuing their weekslong rise this morning, with international Brent crude oil jumping another 4% to more than $106 per barrel.
—Rebecca Shabad, NBC news, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuing
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Officials said Kuwait’s electricity and water systems remain stable and contingency plans had been activated to ensure continued supply, according to the statement.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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Furthermore, this is also signaling continued progress toward maturing hybrid propulsion technologies for tactical use, the South China Morning Post reports.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, groups like the nonpartisan Latino Victory Project, which focuses on developing Hispanic political leadership, said this current moment should not distract from the still-ongoing civil rights battles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The two leaders discussed progress made during ongoing operations to eliminate Iran’s ability to attack other countries, Hawkins said in a statement.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Gradually drizzle ¼ cup egg mixture into broth, concentrating in a single area; repeat with remaining egg mixture in ¼-cupfuls in different areas.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
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Charlotte only has 10 games remaining.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Hawaii Tourism Authority said many businesses are resuming operations as usual, urging visitors to be cognizant of signage in areas like Mokuleia and Waialua.—
Tiare-Leiana Solis-Ridgell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Chinese tour groups had made up 90% of all visitors to North Korea prior to the ban, and the delay on resuming Chinese tours surprised observers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In a high-rise, that kind of continuous great-room footprint can matter as much as the finishes —especially when the view is expected to carry the mood of the space.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Judith Martin's Miss Manners column has chronicled the continuous rise and fall of American manners since 1978.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Those words — simple, direct, enduring — carry the unmistakable weight of a lesson passed down from parent to child, one that only deepens in meaning with loss.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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His role in Walker, Texas Ranger cemented him as a household name, a figure so embedded in the fabric of weeknight television that his tough-guy persona became the very foundation for what would later become one of the internet’s most enduring jokes.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The innovation cycle for drones is brief, lasting roughly one week, Kamyshin explained.—
Holly Williams,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Astronauts landed six times from 1969 through 1972, with the longest surface stay lasting 75 hours.—
Marcia Dunn,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But even Japan, which idled all its plants after that disaster, is restarting its nuclear plants.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Mar. 2026
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The administration’s move was met with criticism from environmental groups and experts who have said that restarting the drilling process will not help lower gas prices and will put California’s coastal wildlife at risk, CalMatters reported.—
Ryan Mancini,
The Hill,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Continuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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