continuance
[kuh n-tin-yoo-uh ns]
- an act or instance of continuing; continuation: a continuance of war.
- a remaining in the same place, condition, etc.
- continuation(def 3).
- Law. adjournment of a step in a proceeding to a future day.
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Origin of continuance
Synonyms
See more synonyms for continuance on Thesaurus.com1. persistence, extension, prolongation.
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Examples from the Web for continuance
Contemporary Examples
The fact is that to respond ‘proportionally’ in warfare is merely to ensure the continuance of the conflict.
Historical Examples
Besides, he condemned the continuance of the war duties in times of peace.
The Grand Old ManRichard B. Cook
Surely it is by its continuance; by its effect upon the life later.
The Man ShakespeareFrank Harris
He promised a continuance of his favors, and admonished them to be grateful.
The Last of the MohicansJames Fenimore Cooper
Dorcas is a neat creature, both in person and dress; her continuance not vulgar.
Clarissa, Volume 3 (of 9)Samuel Richardson
Hence the continuance of its use upon the Killingworth Railway.
continuance
- the act or state of continuing
- the duration of an action, condition, etc
- US the postponement or adjournment of a legal proceeding
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Word Origin and History for continuance
n.
mid-14c., "a keeping up, a going on," from Old French continuance (13c.), from continuer (see continue).
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