continually
Americanadverb
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very often; at regular or frequent intervals; habitually.
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without cessation or intermission; unceasingly; always.
Commonly Confused
See continual.
Etymology
Origin of continually
First recorded in 1175–1225, continually is from the Middle English word continuelli, continueliche; continual, -ly
Example Sentences
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Liquid helium continually absorbs heat and gradually turns back into a gas, building pressure in its container.
"As part of our commitment to road safety, we are continually working with schools throughout Northern Ireland to educate pupils about road safety and raise awareness," he said.
From BBC
A spokesperson for the Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board said it was "committed to educating our teams and to continually improving the ways we identify and treat Meningitis".
From BBC
A Netflix spokesperson said the company is continually looking for ways to bring fans’ favorite stories to life in different ways.
From MarketWatch
As a protagonist continually getting in his own way, Shah is a classic sort of comic character.
From Los Angeles Times
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