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ongoing

[on-goh-ing, awn-] / ˈɒnˌgoʊ ɪŋ, ˈɔn- /


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The software rally hasn’t been enough to put an end to the stock’s ongoing slump.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

While strong ticket pricing and premium travel demand continue to support revenues, fuel prices are likely to remain elevated for some time due to ongoing supply constraints, she adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Palmer stressed that state budget negotiations are ongoing.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

He also highlighted the awarding of more than £250,000 of public funding to TN Trawlers while human trafficking investigations were ongoing.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Thanks to the efforts of Jefferson and Madison, the ongoing debate would have a decidedly southern accent.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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