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as in constantly
many times
grew up in a time when children were continually being told to mind their manners
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as in always
on every relevant occasion
the computer program continually updates the file with new information
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Recent Examples of continually
In recent months, Bieber has continually hinted at the possibility of new music.
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Charna Flam, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Dynamic skills With the rise of AI, it’s predicted that job advertisements will become more focused on skills, and HR departments will need more focus on predictive workforce planning as the nature of work, tasks, and skills continually evolve.
—Amanda Kavanagh | This Column Was Created By Jobbio, The Hill, 4 Apr. 2025
The study required the city to continually monitor toxins in the area at more than a dozen locations.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
But human miscalculations continually threaten that delicate balance.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 3 Apr. 2025
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Charna Flam, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Dynamic skills With the rise of AI, it’s predicted that job advertisements will become more focused on skills, and HR departments will need more focus on predictive workforce planning as the nature of work, tasks, and skills continually evolve.
—Amanda Kavanagh | This Column Was Created By Jobbio, The Hill, 4 Apr. 2025
The study required the city to continually monitor toxins in the area at more than a dozen locations.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025
But human miscalculations continually threaten that delicate balance.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continually
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Since the launch of Billboard Arabia in 2023, Manal has been a recurring presence—an artist whose work constantly challenges norms and celebrates female empowerment.—
Nour Ezzedine,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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Sai was a victim of her super aggressive gameplay that left other players constantly on edge.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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These may not always provide accurate heart rate and step count measurements.56 The metric could also be influenced by outside factors that vary from person to person, Greene said.—
Cathy Cassata,
Health,
5 Apr. 2025
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In a city that’s always moving, always evolving, Broadway remains a steadfast symbol of New York’s soul.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Alcala is often seen at Verdugo's games, sporting team gear alongside their children, Efrain, A.J. and Alianna.—
Nasha Smith,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Myanmar’s junta government doesn’t often want others to intervene in its affairs.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
3 Apr. 2025
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The prosecution repeatedly showed graphic crime scene images during its presentation.—
Emily Shapiro,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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But the Trump administration has repeatedly criticized foreign aid as wasteful and accused agencies like USAID of pursuing political agendas.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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But after decades of wrestling with the issue he’s concluded that spending controls are unworkable, as loopholes invariably open.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
6 Apr. 2025
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On the other hand, the show’s standout episodes and sequences are invariably the ones that really stand alone.—
Sean T. Collins,
Vulture,
3 Apr. 2025
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In today’s competitive real estate market, homes often sell quickly and sellers frequently dictate closing dates and other key terms.—
Lucas Bucl,
Kansas City Star,
2 Apr. 2025
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These leaders are frequently engaged by organizations experiencing stagnant growth or seeking to penetrate new markets.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Continually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continually. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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