continue
From Latin 'continuare', meaning 'to join together'.
VERB
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[/kənˈtɪn.juː/en-US]
To go on or keep happening without interruption; to resume an activity or state after a pause; to remain in a particular condition or place.
irregular note only if irregular
| gerund | past | present |
|---|---|---|
| continuing | continued | continues |
- The rain continued all night. — The rain did not stop throughout the night.
- After a brief interruption, the speaker continued his presentation. — The speaker started his presentation again after a short break.
- She decided to continue her education despite financial difficulties. — She chose to keep studying even though she had money problems.
- The old tradition continues to be practiced in some villages. — The old custom is still observed in certain villages.
register: formal