as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
after being shuttled from one foster home to another, the child needs some continuity of care
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Recent Examples of continuity
There’s less continuity and star power this coming season, perhaps, but under Drinkwitz and offensive line coach Brandon Jones, the unit up front has become a position of strength.
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Chase Gemes, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025
Generally, voluntary separation agreements offer a sum of money and health care coverage continuity for the employee over a set period of time.
—Hadley Hitson, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Kim Myong Sik's public reappearance is being viewed by analysts as a sign Kim's anger has subsided or as a tactical effort to maintain continuity among the military's upper ranks.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
Ekblad is now one of 10 Panthers players signed through at least the 2029-30 season, giving Florida five full seasons of continuity.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for continuity
Chase Gemes, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2025
Generally, voluntary separation agreements offer a sum of money and health care coverage continuity for the employee over a set period of time.
—Hadley Hitson, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Kim Myong Sik's public reappearance is being viewed by analysts as a sign Kim's anger has subsided or as a tactical effort to maintain continuity among the military's upper ranks.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
Ekblad is now one of 10 Panthers players signed through at least the 2029-30 season, giving Florida five full seasons of continuity.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuity
Noun
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This latest endeavor marks a continuation of the growing trend of digital creators broadcasting their every move over extended periods, with Cenat and crew committing to a full month of non-stop content.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 July 2025
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This is a continuation of the July 1 game which was suspended due to inclement weather.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
Noun
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The postponement comes after McIntire’s attorneys filed a motion for continuance on June 27, asking the court for more time to complete discovery and prepare.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2025
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Worthy's lawyers had made a motion for a continuance that Judge Ryan Larson of the 395th District Court granted.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Noun
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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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“Continuity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuity. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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