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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
That doctor said Foxx had a brain bleed that had led to a stroke, the comedian said, and his sister continually prayed during his entire operation.
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The move comes after the state burned through $1 million dollars a day operating the facility for the last 10 months, with DeSantis continually promising a still unfulfilled federal reimbursement.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
After the tragedy, he's continually visited in his dreams by a strange, dark-haired girl.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Unlike staking tomatoes, which requires hands-on maintenance to continually tie the stems to the support, caging is nearly maintenance-free.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The move comes after the state burned through $1 million dollars a day operating the facility for the last 10 months, with DeSantis continually promising a still unfulfilled federal reimbursement.
—Garrett Shanley, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
After the tragedy, he's continually visited in his dreams by a strange, dark-haired girl.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Unlike staking tomatoes, which requires hands-on maintenance to continually tie the stems to the support, caging is nearly maintenance-free.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for continually
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The cruel cartoon of a constantly shrewish, venal, and disloyal Mary began cementing itself in the public mind when William Herndon, Lincoln’s Springfield law partner, started lecturing about his reminiscences within months of the President’s murder.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 May 2026
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Investors are also constantly comparing bond yields to potential stock market returns.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
20 May 2026
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There was always a good chance Mahomes would be ready for the team’s season opener, and the Chiefs provided an update recently saying Mahomes may be ready for training camp.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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While El Niño doesn’t always perform as expected for Southern California, some experts still find value in using its arrival as a scene-setter for potential weather impacts.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The seats being full for the national anthem at each of their home playoff games is a sight not often seen at Southern California sporting events.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Christopher Sanchez has once again been excellent, and Jacob Misiorowski has often looked unhittable with over 14 strikeouts per nine innings.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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During a debate on April 28 hosted by CBS, candidates discussed everything from health care to the Golden State’s home insurance crisis and consistently took jabs at one another.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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The report said policymakers could also help by strengthening access to affordable housing, transportation, child care and other social supports that can affect whether people are able to consistently seek treatment.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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James Ward Thursday night’s California governor debate underscored just how unsettled — and contentious — the race has become, with candidates repeatedly clashing over crime, election integrity, reproductive rights, and the balance of power between state and local government.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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But, but, but … Steyer seems to be the most committed environmentalist of the bunch, despite, as his opponents repeatedly point out, having made part of his fortune investing in fossil fuel and coal companies and private prisons.—
Robin Abcarian,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
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The doctor–patient relationship is also frequently beset by dilemmas and decisions beyond the pathology at hand.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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This could be because eating smaller portions more frequently keeps hunger at bay, which may prevent overeating at mealtimes.—
Caitlin Beale,
Health,
19 May 2026
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“Continually.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/continually. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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