CONTINUANCE Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

continuance

noun

kən-ˈtin-yü-ən(t)s

Definition of continuance

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 James Ratcliff spoke for the Farley Road Neighborhood Coalition, agreeing that a continuance is necessary because of the change in the occupancy limit count. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026 His hearing, during which he was served a life sentence, occurred this month after the defense requested multiple continuances. — Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026 Commissioners who voted against the continuance were John Dillon, Daniel Moriarty, Gregg West and Brian Murphy. — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 15 July 2026 The latest court filings show the parties are working toward a settlement and requested another hearing continuance until July 27. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for continuance

Recent Examples of Synonyms for continuance

Noun

The duration of that onshore flow will be especially important, as several consecutive high-tide cycles could produce flooding.

— Grant Gilmore, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Both events revealed that the old models of long- and short-duration GRBs had holes in them.

— Robin George Andrews, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of duration

Noun

Over the summer, NBIM CEO Nicolai Tangen told CNBC that investors should not expect a continuation of the bumper gains seen in the stock market in the first half of this year.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026
The silhouette was mostly formfitting and streamlined, with emphasis at the hips and waist and a continuation of the contrasting sheer, black fabric running down the column skirt.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of continuation

Noun

Longer lifespans extend the period during which multiple generations share financial decisions, and the transfer of businesses and other assets requires heirs to understand not only how to receive wealth, but also how to manage it.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
She is driven by the belief that animals deserve happiness and love and that their lifespan should, in no way, depend on their usefulness to humans.

— Lisa Hughes, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of lifespan

Noun

Believing her daughter’s life was on the line, Del Mastro followed the caller’s instructions for five hours.

— Muskaan Arshad, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Three of those defendants, in agreements, pleaded guilty to capital murder and were sentenced to life without parole.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of life

Noun

Of course, the persistence of traders to keep doubling down on AI could also be a sign of a bubble.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
Passion opens the door, but sustainability requires strong partnerships, financial discipline, persistence and good operations.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of persistence

Noun

Burks personally prosecuted five capital murder death penalty cases during her time at the district attorney’s office.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Oct. 2026
Playing a real game in Spectrum Center for the first time since trading away LaMelo Ball over the summer, this was Charlotte’s first chance since that controversial deal to show the home fans that the deal was a good one.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026

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