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
Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 16 May 2025
On the first floor of the Fallingwater house, visitors move through the intimately sized entry to a continuous dining and living room.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
While the stock market reacted positively to Trump’s deal with China over the tariffs, the continuous reversals from the White House have confused consumers and businesses, leaving them little stability.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 15 May 2025
The rear-hub motor has a continuous output rating of 750 watts, but this flavor can peak at 1,400 watts and produce 105 Nm (77 lb.ft) of hill-conquering torque.
—Paul Ridden
may 15, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
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Adjective
The Conair garment steamer features a super quick 40-second heat up and a decent capacity water tank for up to 20 minutes of continuous steam.
—Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 16 May 2025
On the first floor of the Fallingwater house, visitors move through the intimately sized entry to a continuous dining and living room.
—Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2025
While the stock market reacted positively to Trump’s deal with China over the tariffs, the continuous reversals from the White House have confused consumers and businesses, leaving them little stability.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 15 May 2025
The rear-hub motor has a continuous output rating of 750 watts, but this flavor can peak at 1,400 watts and produce 105 Nm (77 lb.ft) of hill-conquering torque.
—Paul Ridden
may 15, New Atlas, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuous
Adjective
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Their work emphasizes that with lengthening lifespans, Americans will face multiple career transitions and need continual skill renewal.—
Alison Griffin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The Tiangong space station was completed in 2022 and has a continual occupancy planned for at least the next decade.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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And unlike many other potential suitors, the Magic can offer Giannis something no other team can: familiarity, trust, continuity in leadership.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Agudelo’s coworkers have created a GoFundMe that has quickly raised more than $19,000 for her continued medical care.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2025
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One-time customers evolve into long-term advocates who actively contribute to the brand’s continued evolution.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The initiative was a continuation of his work as vice president to address a disease that had killed his older son, Beau, who died from brain cancer in 2015.—
Josh Boak,
Chicago Tribune,
18 May 2025
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The debate on the fate of the clean technology tax incentives is likely to center on immediate concerns: on one side jobs and the implications for American businesses and, on the other, simple number crunching to fund other priorities including a continuation of broad corporate tax cuts.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
16 May 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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The fee for being granted a continuance by an immigration judge is at least $100.—
Stuart Anderson,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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During the last hearing, Khalil's lawyers were granted continuance to give additional time to review the allegations raised against him in the Notice to Appear filed by DHS.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These happen monthly, a grueling filming marathon that begins at midnight and requires two hours of nonstop cooking demos and interviews, all broadcast live to promote Stone’s line of kitchenware sold through HSN.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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The fine textured foliage and flowers complement bolder forms and provide nonstop color from mid-summer through fall, drawing scores of butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees to the garden.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Her power, patience and persistence show up all over the stat sheet.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Matt Cardona remains one of the best stories of persistence and dedication in professional wrestling.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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“Continuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuous. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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