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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
Today, the major navies of the world continually have submarines sailing beneath the waves on patrols lasting three months or longer without ever seeing the sun or stars or feeling the open air.
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David Szondy, New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
Congressional Republicans have continually vowed to clawback the extra enforcement money.
—Paul Kiel, ProPublica, 18 Dec. 2024
The beauty choices of this press tour are continually giving.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
Despite being continually criticized by former head coach Dennis Allen, Miller has received praise from interim head coach Darren Rizzi.
—Theo Gremminger, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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David Szondy, New Atlas, 21 Dec. 2024
Congressional Republicans have continually vowed to clawback the extra enforcement money.
—Paul Kiel, ProPublica, 18 Dec. 2024
The beauty choices of this press tour are continually giving.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 14 Dec. 2024
Despite being continually criticized by former head coach Dennis Allen, Miller has received praise from interim head coach Darren Rizzi.
—Theo Gremminger, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Here’s who reimagined the character as a clever but underestimated woman Sept. 5, 2024 Bates has particularly relished the opportunity to play the double life of her character, who is constantly three steps ahead of those around her.Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Of course, should everything go well, the payoff stands to be huge for Netflix, which is constantly seeking to combat stagnation and market saturation.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Monday Night Football at Lambeau Field is always a spectacle, and this game has plenty of intrigue.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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It’s always been my interest and my fascination and all of my writing, my music, my art, everything has been a side effect of that journey.Charles Moss, SPIN, 23 Dec. 2024
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Their arc often follows a common trajectory, from abusing prescription painkillers to heroin to fentanyl.Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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There were regular parties during college football and basketball season at his house, often alternating with my home.Tim Kiska, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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The e-commerce giant has waged a long, largely successful battle to discourage unionization efforts at its facilities, and has been accused repeatedly of engaging in anti-union tactics in violation of federal law — accusations the company denies.Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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The 15-year-old had been receiving therapy over her troubled home life as her parents repeatedly divorced and remarried, court documents first obtained by the Washington Post show.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Needless to say, those allowed an appearance were invariably white.Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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The tiny taproom has a speakeasy feel and is invariably bustling with locals enjoying rare pours and the shuffleboard table.Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 17 Dec. 2024
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What To Know The report stated that the two previously unknown trips by Thomas took place in 2021 and were provided by Harlan Crow, a Texas real estate magnate who frequently patronizes Thomas.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
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Davis, who frequently appears on Steve Bannon’s War Room web show, has played a crucial role in leading a grassroots effort to see Hegseth confirmed after multiple scandals have plagued the nominee’s confirmation prospects since the former Marine and news personality was nominated.Kaelan Deese, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Continually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continually. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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