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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
September 2024 brought the continuance of one of the nation’s biggest problems, school shootings.
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Visual Editors, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
At a brief hearing Wednesday, Acree’s attorney, Edward Berrigan of the Missouri State Public Defender’s office, asked for a continuance so that the public defenders who handle death penalty cases could be reassigned, the Kansas City Star reported.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2024
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawing slavery–except in one instance–further gave Louisiana and other states a legal opening for the continuance of slave labor.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
The big picture: The block party's continuance comes as Salt Lake City's indie music scene grows.
—Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 4 Sep. 2024
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Visual Editors, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
At a brief hearing Wednesday, Acree’s attorney, Edward Berrigan of the Missouri State Public Defender’s office, asked for a continuance so that the public defenders who handle death penalty cases could be reassigned, the Kansas City Star reported.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 May 2024
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawing slavery–except in one instance–further gave Louisiana and other states a legal opening for the continuance of slave labor.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
The big picture: The block party's continuance comes as Salt Lake City's indie music scene grows.
—Kim Bojórquez, Axios, 4 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
Noun
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The weighted average rating is an A and duration is only about a quarter of a year, Kelly said.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
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Instead of submitting employees’ itineraries for the entirety of the H-1B visa duration to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), employers now only have to offer key information about their employees’ duties and locations of work.—
Sophie Alcorn,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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More likely is a continuation of what has already begun at the agency: deep cuts to staff, programs and grants.—
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7 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article CAIRO — Arab leaders meeting in Cairo on Tuesday are set to endorse a counterproposal to U.S. President Donald Trump’s call for the Gaza Strip to be depopulated and transformed into a beach destination, even as the continuation of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire is uncertain.—
Samy Magdy,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Mar. 2025
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There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.—
Clay Risen,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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Required reading Natasha Jonas: A day in the life of a world champion (Photo: Zac Goodwin / PA Images via Getty Images) Sarah Shephard spent 10 years at Sport magazine before becoming Deputy Head of Content at The Coaches' Voice.—
Sarah Shephard,
The Athletic,
8 Mar. 2025
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Deploying a resilient incident response plan that prioritises operational continuity is not optional.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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His ongoing hospitalization impacts leadership continuity within the Vatican.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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The order marks the first time the country has ever had a national language.—
Hannah Demissie,
ABC News,
28 Feb. 2025
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The metal is Omega’s own alloy and offers corrosion resistance without verdigris-oxidation, allowing a slow aging process that results in a natural and beautiful patina over a longer period of time.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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Conclusion The path to meaningful DEI progress requires patience, persistence and rigorous measurement.—
Natalie Norfus,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Patience, persistence and strategic thinking separate the best from the rest.—
Stephen Nalley,
Rolling Stone,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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