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goes 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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Austrian-British philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein once warned that philosophical problems arise when “language goes on holiday.”

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Another problem emerges as the piece goes on: Taylor herself is in love.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Novak Djokovic's wait for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title goes on after teenage star Joao Fonseca produced a stunning fightback to win a five-set epic in the French Open third round.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

“No one knows what goes on in these courthouses,” Jenkins said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It goes on for some time about dreams and family and striving for uniqueness in a world of sameness.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern