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as in duration
the period during which something exists, lasts, or is in progress
the feud between the two families was bitter and of long continuance
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as in continuation
uninterrupted or lasting existence
the continuance of hunger in the world despite some valiant efforts to solve the problem
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Recent Examples of continuance
After receiving two continuances from the zoning commission to discuss the case with residents, company consultants Wednesday presented sleek renditions of their five-building complex — and plenty of assurances.
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Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 July 2024
Two days later, Guilfoyle's lawyer Judson McMillin filed his own motion for a continuance.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2024
Broward Circuit Court Judge John Murphy on Dec. 20 granted a continuance, or extension, on behalf of Melly’s legal team, who also waived his right to a speedy trial.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024
According to board member Tyler Graves, an attorney representing the club requested a continuance for July 1, which was granted by Indiana excise officers.
—Jade Thomas, The Indianapolis Star, 31 May 2024
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Jaime Moore-Carrillo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 July 2024
Two days later, Guilfoyle's lawyer Judson McMillin filed his own motion for a continuance.
—Cameron Knight, The Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2024
Broward Circuit Court Judge John Murphy on Dec. 20 granted a continuance, or extension, on behalf of Melly’s legal team, who also waived his right to a speedy trial.
—Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 16 June 2024
According to board member Tyler Graves, an attorney representing the club requested a continuance for July 1, which was granted by Indiana excise officers.
—Jade Thomas, The Indianapolis Star, 31 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance
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However, plans that manage the pharmacy benefit can still institute coverage restrictions, including utilization management tools, such as prior authorization, fail-first policy requirements and duration of therapy limits.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Best travel insurance policies Excursions may also include lunch depending on the duration of the activity, according to Maurice Smith, a luxury travel adviser and founder of the travel agency Eugene Toriko.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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But Minnesota’s conveyor belt continues to move along at safety, and their continuation at the position has been key to the four-game winning streak the Gophers take into Saturday’s game at Rutgers in Piscataway, N.J.Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2024
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If approved, the measure would extend a sales tax to support highways, roads and bus routes across the Valley. Proposition 479, formerly known as Prop. 400, would oversee the continuation of an existing dedicated half-cent sales tax in Maricopa County to fund transportation.Coleby Phillips, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
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Private equity now dominates sectors essential to daily life, from housing to health care.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Remember that these posts are highlights of people’s lives – not their day-to-day reality.Contributing Writer, Orange County Register, 12 Nov. 2024
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This interview has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.Megan Poinski, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Under President Harris, that would probably mean continuity with the Biden administration policies that have become much more restrictive over time.New York Times, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2024
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Choosing a Weight For your first time, Blinch recommends going easy.Alyssa Ages, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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However many users took to social networks such as X or Reddit to complain about issues around freezes, loss of sound, and slow reload times.Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 17 Nov. 2024
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The adverse events related to older medications can lead to less patient persistence.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Now, researchers have taken a fresh look at the club to see what its persistence says about us as a society.Karen Kaplan, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Continuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continuance. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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