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as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
the feud between the two families was bitter and of long continuance
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as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the continuance of hunger in the world despite some valiant efforts to solve the problem
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Recent Examples of continuance
And the bad thoughts may serve a biological purpose: because mothers who have thoughts of infanticide are more likely to compulsively check on their infants, their hypervigilance may be what has ensured the continuance of their line.
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Andrew Kay, Harpers Magazine, 28 May 2025
Whether this comes to bite the prosecution in the long-run remains to be seen, but certainly Richard’s presence is an addition to any continuance or appeal move the defense chooses to make down the line.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 19 May 2025
What resulted was a seven-run inning from the Bluejays on way to the 11-4 win, marking a collapse to threaten the continuance of a season approaching the most wins in program history.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
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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Andrew Kay, Harpers Magazine, 28 May 2025
Whether this comes to bite the prosecution in the long-run remains to be seen, but certainly Richard’s presence is an addition to any continuance or appeal move the defense chooses to make down the line.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 19 May 2025
What resulted was a seven-run inning from the Bluejays on way to the 11-4 win, marking a collapse to threaten the continuance of a season approaching the most wins in program history.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
Noun
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Expectations were low for the summit in the Chinese capital marking 50 years of diplomatic ties after weeks of escalating tension and wrangling over its format, with the duration abruptly halved to a single day at Beijing’s request.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
24 July 2025
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To prevent the transfer of sensitive intellectual property, the exiting team members are required to serve a period of gardening leave, the duration of which is decided in their contract with the current team.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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In addition to the continuation of the grocery tax, Aurora is also proposing doubling its hotel occupancy tax rate of 3%.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Made of paper and plastic, the work is a continuation of Diana’s use of the piñata artistic technique and continues her commentary on women’s labor.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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Turnover is relentless, making continuity and relationship-building a challenge.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
26 July 2025
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Investigators say Craig began to carry out a plan to end his wife’s life one week before her first hospitalization.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
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Advertisement Launched in 2003 by President George W. Bush, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) is widely considered one of America’s most consequential programs in Africa, credited with saving over 25 million lives and scaling back the AIDS epidemic.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Keyon Monte’s journey through the world of theater has been shaped by persistence, reinvention and a deep love for storytelling.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 July 2025
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For hackers, this method offers the ultimate persistence.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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Osbourne played Austin as a solo artist numerous times throughout the 1980s and '90s at venues including Austin Opry House, Southpark Meadows, Frank Erwin Center and Austin Music Hall.—
Mars Salazar,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
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After closing for almost a year due to a project that upgraded multiple areas of the park, Ludington State Park, Michigan's most popular campground, will underground construction again this fall — this time to renovate the beloved Skyline Trail.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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