on end

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Continuously, without interruption, as in It's been raining for days on end. This term, which might just as well be put “seemingly without end,” dates from about 1300.

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International cricketers are often young men, away from home for months on end.

From BBC ● Jun. 9, 2026

“Cars” merchandise fit nicely alongside Hot Wheels and model trains, something you could put in a child’s hand and have them zooming along walls for hours on end.

From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2026

German media have broadcast the hapless creature lying motionless in shallow water for hours on end, with men in diving suits splashing water on it using kayak paddles.

From Barron's ● Apr. 23, 2026

Widespread damage could keep energy prices high for months on end, regardless of whether Hormuz is reopened to traffic.

From MarketWatch ● Mar. 21, 2026

It’s standing on end because of the yogurt.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins

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