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Persisting forever or for an extended period of time
“We advocate a continuing process of constitutional discussion.”
Continuing or advancing, especially without a break or interruption
“No other country has the military and economic wherewithal to exist in a continuing cycle of disinformation.”
Happening regularly, time after time
Currently in use or valid
Happening or developing gradually or in stages
In continuing or consecutive order
(of a device) Able to be lengthened or spread out
Taking place or progressing at a slow or moderate pace
The action or state of continuing with something, especially over time
The fact of withstanding prolonged hardship
(intransitive) Present participle for to persist in or proceed with an activity or action
“It was a display of true professionalism when she decided to continue performing despite her microphone malfunctioning.”
(transitive) Present participle for to maintain or prolong
“All parties have unanimously agreed to continue the legislation.”
Present participle for to remain in existence or active
“Reruns of the popular sitcom, Seinfeld, will continue all year.”
Present participle for to last or endure in a particular condition or state
“Their ridiculous pact to never cut their hair will likely continue for many years to come.”
Present participle for to remain in a given situation or state
“I would love to continue in my current role as coach of this team.”
(transitive) Present participle for to resume after a brief discontinuance
“The players will continue the game after an unexpected hiccup with the video review halted play.”
(intransitive) Present participle for to resume after a brief discontinuance
“Class will continue when all the students sit down and stop the disruption.”
Present participle for to make progress or advance something that has already started
“Fresh evidence is required for this investigation to continue.”
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