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In the same 50 years, settlers had continued their westward push with the backing of the federal government, displacing Native Americans, and urban centers had begun to industrialize, leading to labor unrest among workers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Amazon had continued to sell e-bikes with speeds over 40 mph.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Imagine what could have been if policymakers had continued to make investments in childcare at a national level.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Ukraine also said Russia had continued to strike its positions since that time.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

This seepage had continued to spread and had further contaminated an area of unknown extent.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson