CONTINUING Synonyms: 132 Similar and Opposite Words

continuing 1 of 2

adjective

kən-ˈtin-yü-iŋ

Definition of continuing

as in continued

going on and on without any interruptions the continuing success of the chain as it opens stores around the country

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Relevance

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as in ongoing

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish the public's continuing interest in every aspect of the lives of celebrities

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continuing

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verb

present participle of continue

as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state the heavy snow continued throughout the night

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as in resuming

to begin again or return to after an interruption we'll continue this discussion after we've eaten

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Recent Examples of continuing

Adjective

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 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 What’s your advice for staying in the game so long and continuing adventures late into life? — Corey Buhay, Outside Online, 26 Sep. 2024 The calculus changes in places like public bathrooms, where there’s a reasonable and continuing expectation of privacy. — Victoria Song, The Verge, 27 Mar. 2024

Verb

Her team said they were touched by the idea and are open to continuing the conversation, according to Lee. — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 Aug. 2026 The two had spent a few days in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu to acclimate to the higher altitude of the Himalayas, before continuing north toward the Chinese border with a tour group. — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026 Sussman starts his new role next month, with Emma Lawson continuing as acting Director of Comedy in the interim. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2026 Bluey delivers a message to kids about continuing to play with your imagination, and at the same time nods to the parents in the right way. — James Grebey, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026 About Owen Wolff Wolff is continuing the family legacy of his father, Sporting Legend Josh Wolff. — Pj Green august 28, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026 The westside rebuild of Atlanta's I-285 is continuing this weekend, but another major closure has been postponed. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 His relatives are continuing to recover and his father has yet to get clearance to travel back to the United States, according to the outlets. — Susan Young, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026 Gates moved to New York City during her junior year, continuing to study at Stanford via the online night school program, while establishing the Phia office in Union Square. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuing

Adjective

The announcement currently represents site control and continued development rather than confirmation that the full power complex is under construction.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026
When vaccination rates have been declining in America with continued increases in vaccine exemptions in schools, the stakes for effective public health communication have become that much more important.

— Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of continued

Adjective

Amaya said there is little doubt that the ongoing El Niño is headed for an extraordinary peak intensity, given how much heat lurks just beneath the surface of the tropical Pacific, destined to rise up over time.

— Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
Regular driving brings ongoing costs including servicing, oil changes, tires and parking, while crowded campuses and urban areas can make finding a parking space a headache in itself.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of ongoing

Verb

The hearing included an indefinite recess due to technical problems before resuming.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2026
Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK as private citizens and will not be resuming any official duties on behalf of King Charles III.

— Lauren Said-Moorhouse, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of resuming

Adjective

Congress now has 90 days of continuous session to review the agreement, which would go into effect absent objection.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
Adaptalux says the internal battery lasts up to eight hours of continuous use depending on brightness and recharges over USB-C, which can also keep the pod running while permanently plugged in.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuous

Verb

Connection, wellbeing, and growth are foundational at Patina, shaping experiences that leave lasting impressions which resonate well beyond your stay.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
In return, Imax gets a percentage of the box office over a long-term contract, typically lasting at least 10 years.

— Kamaron McNair Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

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