as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
after being shuttled from one foster home to another, the child needs some continuity of care
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Recent Examples of continuity
Conceptually, such an architecture solves the continuity problem.
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Celina Yong, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
After years of continuity in the Florida Panthers’ front office, Bill Zito will be seeing some changes around him.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
The move ensures yet more continuity in the executive suite of the media company, which is conducting business in an industry roiled by change, M&A and executive turnover.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
The Valkyries will be highlighted by the additions of Williams and Jocytė but most of all, the second-year franchise’s biggest strength will be its continuity.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
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Celina Yong, STAT, 16 Apr. 2026
After years of continuity in the Florida Panthers’ front office, Bill Zito will be seeing some changes around him.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
The move ensures yet more continuity in the executive suite of the media company, which is conducting business in an industry roiled by change, M&A and executive turnover.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
The Valkyries will be highlighted by the additions of Williams and Jocytė but most of all, the second-year franchise’s biggest strength will be its continuity.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuity
Noun
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Many wonder if Iger’s continuation as executive chair factored into Bob Chapek’s short tenure and Iger’s sudden return to the CEO job.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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There’s no question, just by the numbers alone, that October 7th meant the continuation of processes long under way.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Because the case will be decided by Cook County Judge Carl Boyd instead of a jury, the trial is not subject to the same time pressures and may have long continuances.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
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His next court appearance is set for April 2, where he is expected to be arraigned, after his attorney asked for a continuance in court Wednesday, Asregadoo said.—
Aldo Toledo,
San Francisco Chronicle,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Both represent persistence, innovation, and trusting our instincts.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
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Over time, the collection expanded—through donations, acquisitions, and O’Connor’s persistence.—
Jimmy Jellinek,
SPIN,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Continuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuity. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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