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as in constantly
many times
grew up in a time when children were continually being told to mind their manners
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as in always
on every relevant occasion
the computer program continually updates the file with new information
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Recent Examples of continually
However, if the washing machine is 10 years or older, then purchasing a new washer is a better use of your money than continually paying for repairs.
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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
In those circumstances, continually qualifying for the Champions League year-on-year was no mean feat.
—Chris Weatherspoon, The Athletic, 20 Mar. 2025
Since then, their return home has continually been pushed back and become politically charged, with President Donald Trump blaming their lengthy stay in space on his predecessor.
—Maria Pasquini, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Throughout a 60-year career highlighting the landscapes, traditions, and Native people of northern New Mexico, particularly Taos, Kloss continually innovated the medium.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
In those circumstances, continually qualifying for the Champions League year-on-year was no mean feat.
—Chris Weatherspoon, The Athletic, 20 Mar. 2025
Since then, their return home has continually been pushed back and become politically charged, with President Donald Trump blaming their lengthy stay in space on his predecessor.
—Maria Pasquini, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Throughout a 60-year career highlighting the landscapes, traditions, and Native people of northern New Mexico, particularly Taos, Kloss continually innovated the medium.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continually
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The weekly specials rotate constantly, which means there's always something new to try. pondicheri.com, 2800 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098 Maximo This newer concept has rightfully gained praise and popularity amongst locals.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2025
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On Etna’s north face, young volcanic soil constantly rejuvenates itself, creating an unusual ecosystem.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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One lesson from the anti-CAA protests is that change doesn’t always start at the top.—
Janice Gassam Asare,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Danish actress Trine Dyrholm (Beginnings, The Girl With the Needle, The Celebration, Poison) has made a reputation for herself as someone who always gives her all and brings multiple layers to her portrayals.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Mar. 2025
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Too often, even luxury hotels contribute to that feeling—offering flashy opulence but leaving little room for true rest, connection, or meaning.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Mo's mom is an aid worker at a refugee camp in Greece and is often away.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
21 Mar. 2025
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The Kremlin has repeatedly said that Zelensky is no longer the legitimate leader because wartime martial law has precluded presidential elections.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Bryce Mitchell spewed a wildly anti-Semitic concept on his podcast earlier this year, and Conor McGregor has repeatedly made negative comments about Dagestani people.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Even when ties thawed the following year, Turkey invariably sought Russian permission before launching cross-border incursions against the Syrian Kurds in 2016, 2018, and 2019.—
Paul Iddon,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The peak-season ingredients are invariably fresh and straight from local farmers markets, and the dough is blistered in all the right places with a nice pull and fermented tang.—
Jason Mastrodonato,
The Mercury News,
25 Mar. 2025
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Those people with genetic syndromes, for instance, inflammatory bowel disease, or personal or family history of colorectal cancer or colorectal polyps may need to begin earlier and receive screening more frequently.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
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Yet the frequently stunning Music is still, in its way, telling a story suited to its times.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Continually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continually. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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