as in continual
going on and on without any interruptions
a city that has been under continuous bombardment for three days
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as in continuity
uninterrupted or lasting existence
although their bickering wasn't particularly vicious, its merciless continuousness was wearying
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a continuous flow
continuous monitoring
continual monitoring
constant monitoring
persistent monitoring
steady monitoring
uninterrupted monitoring
a continuous operation
an uninterrupted operation
a sustained operation
a steady operation
a nonstop operation
a constant operation
a continuous period
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Recent Examples of continuous
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Exposure can increase oxidative stress, and continuous or high doses of exposure are likely to cause health problems.1617
Ionizing radiation: The two main types of radiation are non-ionizing (like microwave radiation, which is generally safe) and ionizing.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 June 2025
Acknowledging how being the oldest watchmaker in continuous operation could result in a narrative that could focus on the past, Gehr emphasized how today is increasingly becoming important that even the oldest brands have a relevancy, strength and position in society.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
Canada reached measles elimination status in 1998, meaning that there has not been continuous spread of the virus for more than a year.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
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Adjective
The ultimate goal is to provide seamless, continuous support, empowering seniors to live safely and confidently in their own homes.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
Exposure can increase oxidative stress, and continuous or high doses of exposure are likely to cause health problems.1617
Ionizing radiation: The two main types of radiation are non-ionizing (like microwave radiation, which is generally safe) and ionizing.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 June 2025
Acknowledging how being the oldest watchmaker in continuous operation could result in a narrative that could focus on the past, Gehr emphasized how today is increasingly becoming important that even the oldest brands have a relevancy, strength and position in society.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 6 June 2025
Canada reached measles elimination status in 1998, meaning that there has not been continuous spread of the virus for more than a year.
—Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuous
Adjective
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Her belief in continual evolution is what allows Billboard to stay ahead of trends while never losing sight of its clients' goals.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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And now with tariffs adding to the issue, teams need to develop a digital sandbox of their end-to-end supply chains to test out alternative sourcing and pricing strategies on a continual basis to improve and feed planning and execution as new ways of producing and sourcing arise.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Jiaxing Train Station not only improves connectivity, but also offers a vision of how architecture can foster a sense of community and continuity with the past, while embracing the future.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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This approach also enables dynamic avoidance of drains, ladders, and lighting fixtures, reducing entrapment risks and improving cleaning continuity. 3.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Issues that were raised at the time dealt with the potential of a stablecoin issued by Facebook serving to weaken competition, compromise user privacy, and lead to continued fractionalization of which entity or organization sets policy for U.S. monetary and fiscal policy.—
Sean Stein Smith,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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His was the first arrest under President Donald Trump's crackdown on students who joined campus protests against the war in Gaza. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio had said Khalil must be expelled from the country because his continued presence could harm American foreign policy.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Each addition is a continuation of our vision; to create jewelry that feels personal, expressive and in constant dialogue with the person who wears it.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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The move was expected as Trump began the process to implement it on Inauguration Day, and is the continuation of policies implemented during his first term.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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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
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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
Noun
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His team also asked for a continuance, or a postponement, of the domestic violence restraining order hearing that had been scheduled for June 4.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Judge Steven Hippler, of Idaho’s 4th Judicial District in Ada County, has yet to rule on the defense’s request for a continuance.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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How to Get the Most Out of a Private Yacht Charter in Croatia, According to a Top Travel Advisor The Newark to Dubrovnik flight is currently the only nonstop flight connecting the U.S. and Croatia.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2025
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American Airlines’ first nonstop flight between Miami International Airport and Rome’s Fiumicino Airport is scheduled to depart MIA at 7:45 p.m. June 5.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Medium-bodied with excellent ripeness, good acidity and persistence.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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That persistence of the idea itself is kind of an artwork.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
5 June 2025
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“Continuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuous. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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