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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
After receiving two continuances from the zoning commission to discuss the case with residents, company consultants Wednesday presented sleek renditions of their five-building complex — and plenty of assurances.
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Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 July 2024
Two days later, Guilfoyle's lawyer Judson McMillin filed his own motion for a continuance.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2024
Broward Circuit Court Judge John Murphy on Dec. 20 granted a continuance, or extension, on behalf of Melly’s legal team, who also waived his right to a speedy trial.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024
According to board member Tyler Graves, an attorney representing the club requested a continuance for July 1, which was granted by Indiana excise officers.
—Jade Thomas, The Indianapolis Star, 31 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
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Some questions have been raised about Gill’s catch because of the duration of the long-range trip and the tackle used.Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 21 Nov. 2024
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Anyone who has been through a relationship of any duration will recognize the degree to which the trio dig into the essentials of the male/female dynamic.David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 19 Nov. 2024
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The upcoming Gladiator sequel featuring Mescal, Washington, and Nielsen is set to premiere in theaters this Friday, serving as a continuation of the original film decades later after its tumultuous ending.Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024
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These trends point to a continuation of the Great Resignation.Prarthana Prakash, Fortune Europe, 20 Nov. 2024
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Paired with regular cleaning, that simple action can extend the life of your bed.Heather Cruickshank, SELF, 23 Nov. 2024
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But Jun is skeptical of online posts connecting mouth-taping to better sleep, cardiovascular health, attractive jawlines, and general life improvement.Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
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The platform’s robust offline capability ensures uninterrupted operations, even in disconnected scenarios, empowering industries to maintain continuity and meet stringent regulatory requirements.Janakiram MSV, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Although the deal was revealed just three weeks after execs floated it during an earnings call, the generous timeline for closing it is designed to enable continuity.Dade Hayes, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024
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Everlane’s Cyber Week sale won’t last long, so now’s the time to act fast to save big — and consume smarter during the biggest shopping weekend of the year.Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
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Outside of turnover margin, Alabama won almost every major statistical category on Saturday: total yards, third-down conversions, time of possession, red zone offense and more.Kennington Smith III, The Athletic, 1 Dec. 2024
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Experts pin our collective fascination on the usual suspects: selfie culture, the persistence of Zoom, and the popularization of procedures aimed at improving the geometry of our jawlines.Jolene Edgar, Allure, 20 Nov. 2024
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The persistence of elevated price levels amid slowing inflation may explain why consumers remain relatively dour about the economy, Jeffrey Frankel, an economist at Harvard University, told ABC News.Max Zahn, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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