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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
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.
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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
On Wednesday, a Superior Court judge in Van Nuys granted a continuance in a preliminary hearing for Fraser Michael Bohn, 22, charged with four counts of murder and four counts of gross vehicle manslaughter.
—Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2024
Morgan Wallen’s Nashville court date for throwing a chair off the roof of Eric Church’s bar has moved from Thursday (Aug. 15) to Dec. 12 after the judge granted a continuance in the case.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2024
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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
On Wednesday, a Superior Court judge in Van Nuys granted a continuance in a preliminary hearing for Fraser Michael Bohn, 22, charged with four counts of murder and four counts of gross vehicle manslaughter.
—Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2024
Morgan Wallen’s Nashville court date for throwing a chair off the roof of Eric Church’s bar has moved from Thursday (Aug. 15) to Dec. 12 after the judge granted a continuance in the case.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 12 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
Noun
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The severity of these complications depends on the duration and intensity of exposure.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
23 Jan. 2025
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Usually, time limits apply for durations less than six months.—
Ascend Agency,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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The outrage over the referee assignment is a continuation of the belief in some circles that NFL game officials help the Chiefs.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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Jackson also proposed a temporary continuation of the 2024 budget to allow for further discussion and amendments.—
Eplunus Colvin,
arkansasonline.com,
16 Jan. 2025
Noun
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During an appearance on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast in May 2023, Kim described herself as a hopeless romantic, and detailed wanting to share her life with someone special.—
Dayna Haffenden,
People.com,
18 Jan. 2025
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The somber music should have been my first clue, but I was too wrapped up in the euphoria of Jane soon realizing that someone valued her life enough to save her from certain death.—
Lincee Ray,
EW.com,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Experience no longer automatically means continuity.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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There would also be non-material consequences, namely that the close-to-insurmountable obstacles to getting global leaders to believe that the United States will have even minimal policy continuity between administrations will get even higher.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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The social media influencer, known for high-profile relationships with actors Michael B. Jordan, Damson Idris and rapper Future, is the subject of an exclusive interview and photo shoot for the iconic men’s magazine, returning to newsstands on Feb. 10 for the first time in nearly five years.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2025
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At first glance, the fairytale village of Saanen appears frozen in time, yet its dynamic appeal lies in its subtlety.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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For the second straight season, Mahomes has done so largely due to his persistence, problem-solving ability and willingness to adjust his playing style to any game’s specific circumstances.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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The persistence of market failure and agency expertise narratives, despite political failures and bureaucratic ineptitude being the true obstacles.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr.,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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