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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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It went on to say that it "regrets having any employees interact with Epstein in any way".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Mr. Holland went on to conclude, in the same conversation, “and I have been living with him for, like, ten years.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Even knowing what was happening as the campaign went on, I found it difficult not to get sucked into the vortex.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

“A soaring two-story glass conservatory, expansive living and dining rooms, and an open-concept kitchen with sliding glass doors invite seamless indoor-outdoor living while overlooking the skyline,” the description went on.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

While Leah stayed at home in New York, in February of 1853, Maggie, Kate, and Mother went on tour to Washington, DC.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock