1
as in operating
being in progress or development
we do seem to be making some headway on that ongoing project the ever ongoing quest for knowledge by men and women of science
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
the ongoing presidential campaign
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as in continuing
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
an ongoing commitment to improving their community
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Recent Examples of ongoing
Khalil may also travel to New Jersey and Louisiana for proceedings in his ongoing cases.
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Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025
The investigation is ongoing, and the Sheriff's Office does not plan to release any further information at this time.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 20 June 2025
This not only puts a halt on the artists promotion plan and extra income, but like Sigal said, the ongoing ICE raids are also causing fear among the community, resulting in fans not wanting to buy tickets and attend concerts.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 20 June 2025
On Saturday, Stewart canceled his next six performances due to an ongoing battle with the flu.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2025
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Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 20 June 2025
The investigation is ongoing, and the Sheriff's Office does not plan to release any further information at this time.
—Nwa Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 20 June 2025
This not only puts a halt on the artists promotion plan and extra income, but like Sigal said, the ongoing ICE raids are also causing fear among the community, resulting in fans not wanting to buy tickets and attend concerts.
—Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 20 June 2025
On Saturday, Stewart canceled his next six performances due to an ongoing battle with the flu.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ongoing
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Under Proposition 309, voters casting mail-in ballots could provide a driver's license or non-operating identification license number, the last four digits of a social security number, or a unique identifying number provided by the secretary of state for voter registration purposes.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
The Arizona Republic,
27 Oct. 2022
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The adjusted net income decreased by 8% y-o-y to $3.9 billion in the first nine months of 2022 due to higher expenses as a % of revenues and lower non-operating income.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2023
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Its current placement suggests that the smash will continue to find space on the Hot 100 for several more weeks.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Log in Offer for The Athletic subscription; current subscribers not eligible.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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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
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Monitoring equipment forms were not present for about 50% of the files.—
Glynis Kazanjian,
Baltimore Sun,
18 June 2025
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As seen in Craig’s movies, some of the polish comes with age, but the core tenets remain — and will be present in 007 First Light.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2025
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Once again, Brian and The Beach Boys had created one of the era’s most enduring and loved pieces of music.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
11 June 2025
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Naturally, the Australian will also have an enduring emotional connection with a fanbase starved for silverware and a group of players new to winning trophies.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2025
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In recent years, the two countries have deepened their strategic ties, including holding joint naval exercises alongside Russia.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
20 June 2025
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In recent years, Fordo has become Iran’s main enrichment facility.—
Samuel Granados,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Here, peaks of eternal light and deep craters containing water ice promise the best mining, science and research opportunities.—
Michelle L.D. Hanlon,
Space.com,
20 June 2025
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The fountain of youth was the holy grail of early explorers, and many of us still chase the idea of eternal youth and beauty.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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By shifting production to U.S. facilities, GM avoids those costs—an immediate financial relief during a tumultuous market.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Lower birth weights place babies at a greater risk of health problems, from immediate issues like low oxygen levels to long-term difficulties that range from metabolic to cognitive to neurodevelopment impairments, per the study.—
Sharon Udasin,
The Hill,
23 June 2025
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“Ongoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ongoing. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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