continually

American

[kuhn-tin-yoo-uh-lee] / kənˈtɪn yu ə li /

adverb

very often; at regular or frequent intervals; habitually.
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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Planes continually rumble overhead in Walter Thompson-Hernández’s “If I Go Will They Miss Me,” shot on location at Nickerson Gardens in Watts under the flight path to LAX.

From Los Angeles Times

But he was quickly disillusioned, as one professor continually singled him out.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fashion shows rely on a "fundamental theatricality" that requires designers to "continually reinvent themselves by seeking out new locations", she told AFP.

From Barron's

The military is compensating for a lack of infantry by continually improving its drone capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal

Occidental is among the oldest continually operating studios in Hollywood, used by pioneering filmmakers Cecil B. DeMille, D.W.

From Los Angeles Times

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