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continuation

[kuhn-tin-yoo-ey-shuhn] / kənˌtɪn yuˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
addition; maintenance
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continuance continuity extension perpetuation preservation
STRONG
assiduity duration endurance furtherance increase line postscript production prolongation propagation protraction sequel succession supplement sustenance tenacity
WEAK
augmenting continuing enduring going on increasing maintaining perpetuating persisting preserving producing prolonging protracting sustaining
Antonyms
STRONGEST
stoppage
WEAK
cessation end finish halt stop termination

Example Sentences

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"I am worried about the continuation of the situation and the return of attacks again, because they were causing me tension," said Imam, an Egyptian housewife living in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

But if Still Alive is any indication, Raina is less interested in resolution than in continuation.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

A good outcome might simply be a continuation of talks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

“The continuation of these actions will render negotiations meaningless.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

We saw the trial as a continuation of the struggle by other means.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela

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