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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The selloff appeared to be a continuation of AI-related concerns that have roiled markets in recent weeks.

From The Wall Street Journal

They forecast a continuation of these trends in 2026 and even further large cash returns in the future.

From The Wall Street Journal

Thursday’s bond-market moves “seem like a continuation of that trade,” he noted.

From MarketWatch

The forecast implies a continuation of a dramatic growth slowdown at Trade Desk.

From MarketWatch

Macron "reaffirmed France's support for the continuation of the process aimed at holding free and transparent elections in line with the established timetable".

From Barron's

continuation

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