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went on

VERB

continue

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conduct endure go ahead happen hold on last occur persist proceed stay take place

WEAK

act advance bear behave carry on come about comport deport execute hang on keep on persevere ramble

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease discontinue halt leave stop

Example Sentences

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In the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, for example, Argentina lost to big underdog Saudi Arabia in the group stage — but it still went on to win the World Cup for the third time.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

It went on to warn that "a resumption of hostilities would be dangerous and would have serious regional consequences".

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The delays went on and on, for more than ten years.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The pair became friends, and Hasley went on to help write a book about Jenner’s philosophy on overcoming adversity in sports and life.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“Pick up your yarn and a pattern sheet,” she went on.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom