continued

adjective

con·​tin·​ued kən-ˈtin-(ˌ)yüd How to pronounce continued (audio)
1
: lasting or extending without interruption
continued success
2
: resumed after interruption
a continued story

Examples of continued in a Sentence

Please accept our best wishes for your continued success. The colors of the paint will fade with continued exposure to the sun.
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Follow Todd for continued coverage of under-the-radar wines that over-deliver, as well as wines that are considered the best of the best. Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 Ty Pennington of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Home renovation TV might have Ty Pennington to thank for its popularity and continued success. Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2025 On the eve of the book’s release, Jacobson spoke to Variety about the franchise’s continued success, enduring legacy, and, of course, what fans can expect from the upcoming film. Katcy Stephan, Variety, 20 Mar. 2025 In Kinshasa, Congolese leaders believe that Rwanda’s continued interference in eastern Congo is driven solely by a desire to steal minerals. Emmet Livingstone, The Dial, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for continued

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from past participle of continuen "to continue"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of continued was in the 15th century

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“Continued.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/continued. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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