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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
In the killings of the deputies, Fielder waived his right to a speedy trial and numerous continuances have delayed the trial until this year.
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Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
Thus, what the crowd witnessed onstage at The Ryman was nothing short of the continuance of a song and style with history that will outlive its players.
—Marcus K. Dowling, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Among the key discussion points will be the continuance of the fiscal guardrails, enacted as part of the historic, bipartisan budget of 2017 that was crafted when the state Senate was tied at 18-18 and Republicans had more power to influence legislation.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
The national economy, supported by Northern merchants and bankers, assumed its indefinite continuance; the national party system, stretching from Louisiana to Maine, insulated it from political challenge.
—Matthew Karp, Harper's Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
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Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
Thus, what the crowd witnessed onstage at The Ryman was nothing short of the continuance of a song and style with history that will outlive its players.
—Marcus K. Dowling, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
Among the key discussion points will be the continuance of the fiscal guardrails, enacted as part of the historic, bipartisan budget of 2017 that was crafted when the state Senate was tied at 18-18 and Republicans had more power to influence legislation.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2025
The national economy, supported by Northern merchants and bankers, assumed its indefinite continuance; the national party system, stretching from Louisiana to Maine, insulated it from political challenge.
—Matthew Karp, Harper's Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
Noun
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The takeaway is both profound and accessible: the body responds to frequency, not just duration.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Researchers measured the occurrence and durations of the dogs' gaze at their owners after hearing a familiar phrase.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Rotational aircraft are a normal part of Kadena's operations, and their presence ensures the continuation of our long-standing mission to defend Japan and maintain an open and free Indo-Pacific.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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The continuation of this trend amounts to a significant problem for the health of the U.S. economy given the current systems that reward homeownership.—
Daryl Fairweather,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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By Jenna Ryu To say the last few years of Olivia Munn’s life have been a rollercoaster doesn’t fully capture what she’s been through.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
10 Apr. 2025
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Find the little trans child that is ruining your life.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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That new 420-square-foot studio apartment space — now the casita — was created with continuity in mind on paint choices, roof slope and historically accurate siding.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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Such individuals likely experience the benefits of community involvement — such as emotional backing, cultural continuity and guidance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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At this time last year, 44 homicides had been reported in the city, according to Star data.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
18 Apr. 2025
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At this time, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This late-career emergence as an elite quarterback demonstrated both Gannon's persistence and the impact of finally finding the right organizational fit.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Such persistence can pay off in the long run: civil society groups in Bangladesh, South Africa, and Sri Lanka eventually chased out corrupt politicians.—
Elizabeth David-Barrett,
Foreign Affairs,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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