CONTINUATION Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

continuation

noun

kən-ˌtin-yə-ˈwā-shən

Definition of continuation

as in continuity

uninterrupted or lasting existence the continuation of high unemployment has cost the government much support

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Recent Examples of continuation The 2027 color is simply a continuation of that same comfort theme, Kim explains. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026 That was the continuation of a trend that has seen the Broncos sign 11 of their players to multiyear extensions since before the 2024 season. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 More than a rebrand From a hardware standpoint, this is very much a continuation of the E-Ray line, just with the new motor at the front and engine at the back. — Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 Aug. 2026 While Alex and Mason were dating at the end of Wizards of Waverly Place, the continuation establishes early on that Alex has married someone else. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for continuation

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Noun

Pochettino’s extension, however, should keep some continuity at the top of USMNT, which last advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup in 2002.

— Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Chan can make the case that the city’s progressive values remain intact and that Pelosi’s endorsement signals continuity with the political legacy of one of the most consequential Democrats in modern American history.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuity

Noun

His hearing, during which he was served a life sentence, occurred this month after the defense requested multiple continuances.

— Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Commissioners who voted against the continuance were John Dillon, Daniel Moriarty, Gregg West and Brian Murphy.

— Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 July 2026

Definition of continuance

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On Wednesday night, Budapest recorded its warmest overnight temperature on record, with temperatures falling only to 28 C (82 F), underscoring the persistence of the extreme heat.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
This quiet midseason retirement, following his last game on July 25, highlights the often-unheralded end to dedicated minor league careers, even for those showing persistence and loyalty to a single franchise.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of persistence

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