1
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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2
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
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Kosloske performed chest compressions for about seven minutes until police took over, continuing until EMTs arrived.
—Alexandra Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
This in turn implies that the capex budgets of Nvidia clients is continuing to grow.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Dust-to-Digital is producing an online archive of thousands of rare recordings that will be freely accessible to the public, continuing their effort to literally stop music from becoming…dust.
—Jobina Fortson-Evans, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
With north winds continuing Friday, but much lighter, temperatures will be slightly cooler while still above normal.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Maryland Center for the Arts — This Bel Air area center, with live performances and educational opportunities, is continuing to complete its outdoor amphitheater.
—Mary-Dulany James, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
The center hosts events ranging from yoga to breathwork to a weekly Saturday swap-meet marketplace, continuing its legacy as a gathering place for growth.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
High-resolution satellite imagery from February 10, 2026, analyzed by ISIS, shows Iran continuing to harden tunnel entrances at the underground complex carved into Pickaxe Mountain near Natanz.
—Farida Elsebai, CNN Money, 20 Feb. 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
Last year, the restaurant changed concepts to Amelies — named after Wang’s wife — continuing to offer seafood boils in tandem with new dishes.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Kosloske performed chest compressions for about seven minutes until police took over, continuing until EMTs arrived.
—Alexandra Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
This in turn implies that the capex budgets of Nvidia clients is continuing to grow.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026
Dust-to-Digital is producing an online archive of thousands of rare recordings that will be freely accessible to the public, continuing their effort to literally stop music from becoming…dust.
—Jobina Fortson-Evans, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026
With north winds continuing Friday, but much lighter, temperatures will be slightly cooler while still above normal.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026
Maryland Center for the Arts — This Bel Air area center, with live performances and educational opportunities, is continuing to complete its outdoor amphitheater.
—Mary-Dulany James, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2026
The center hosts events ranging from yoga to breathwork to a weekly Saturday swap-meet marketplace, continuing its legacy as a gathering place for growth.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
High-resolution satellite imagery from February 10, 2026, analyzed by ISIS, shows Iran continuing to harden tunnel entrances at the underground complex carved into Pickaxe Mountain near Natanz.
—Farida Elsebai, CNN Money, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuing
Adjective
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They were taken to the Kane County Juvenile Justice Center, where a detention hearing will be held to determine continued custody, police said.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Some see the effort to re-focus his message on kitchen-table problems − and even to acknowledge that those problems are real − as an existential challenge to their own political futures and the GOP's continued control of Congress in November.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The hotel comes from a collaboration of Puerto Rican entrepreneurs who see the property as part of Santurce’s ongoing story.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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The ongoing quest for reality’s full, fundamental nature continues.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Mazzulla emptied his bench with four minutes remaining, sending in rookie John Tonje for his NBA debut and veteran Dalano Banton for his first minutes as a Celtic this season.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a deep pot over high heat.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Sauer said more than 20 bus routes are back on the road and more will be resuming as Philadelphia continues to clear the roads.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The duo paused in apparent shock before resuming to give out the award.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Here on Earth, there’s a whole pipeline for identifying which components need to be replaced or repaired and when, with continuous monitoring transforming maintenance from a reactive endeavor to a predictive one.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
24 Feb. 2026
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Elderly parole eligibility is determined by when the incarcerated person turns 50 years old and has served 20 years of continuous time in prison.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Whether teenagers’ and young adults’ attraction to the analog world of music, books, and real-life experiences is an enduring or passing trend remains to be seen.—
Luba Kassova,
Fortune,
24 Feb. 2026
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Its popularity among samurai led to some of sumo’s most enduring innovations, including the use of shikona, or ring names, to hide the identities of masterless ronin.—
Joshua Hunt,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Meanwhile, best leading actress nominees Emma Stone (Bugonia) and Renate Rensve (Sentimental Value) relied on bold cutouts to make a lasting impression.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
22 Feb. 2026
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This rich yet silky balm delivers up to 24 hours of hydration, instantly quenching dry, chapped lips and locking in moisture for lasting softness.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Democrats would be able to throw up procedural roadblocks, including restarting the clock for speeches if enough Republicans weren’t also present on the floor.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Feb. 2026
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This week, Kim left room for restarting talks with Washington — but only on his own terms.—
Michelle Ye Hee Lee,
Washington Post,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Continuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuing. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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