continuance
[kuhn-tin-yoo-uhns]
noun
an act or instance of continuing; continuation: a continuance of war.
a remaining in the same place, condition, etc.
Law. adjournment of a step in a proceeding to a future day.
Origin of continuance
Synonyms for continuance
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Related Words for continuance
continuation, constancy, term, run, extension, protraction, permanence, survival, guts, period, vitality, longevity, endurance, perpetuationExamples from the Web for continuance
Contemporary Examples of continuance
The fact is that to respond ‘proportionally’ in warfare is merely to ensure the continuance of the conflict.
Historical Examples of continuance
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
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