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as in operating
being in progress or development
we do seem to be making some headway on that ongoing project the ever ongoing quest for knowledge by men and women of science
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
the ongoing presidential campaign
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as in continuing
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
an ongoing commitment to improving their community
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Recent Examples of ongoing
Maersk attributed the improved outlook to continued market strength, particularly in Asia, as well as a sustained rise in spot freight rates that has supported carrier profitability despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Amid an ongoing debate about Kansas school districts’ policies related to transgender students, a top state official is calling for an investigation into Kansas City, Kansas, Public Schools.
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Sofi Zeman
june 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The investigation is ongoing, and final toxicology results are pending, police said.
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Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
With ongoing discourse surrounding repatriation and ethnographic collections, each return that takes place is significant.
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News Desk,
Artforum,
30 June 2026
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Amid an ongoing debate about Kansas school districts’ policies related to transgender students, a top state official is calling for an investigation into Kansas City, Kansas, Public Schools.
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Sofi Zeman
june 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The investigation is ongoing, and final toxicology results are pending, police said.
—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
With ongoing discourse surrounding repatriation and ethnographic collections, each return that takes place is significant.
—
News Desk,
Artforum,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ongoing
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True, some if the upside surprise has come from non-operating gains on holdings in huge, private AI pioneers, but not all of it.
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Exxon operates some of the wells directly and holds a financial, non-operating interest in the others.
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The union says it’s already made concessions at the bargaining table but with little offered in return to improve current conditions and wages.
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Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.
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State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.
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Parisi argued that Blake Rakela acted in self-defense and was protecting his girlfriend and father, who were both present when Styles allegedly threatened them while holding a tire iron.
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The press event was organized by his congressional office, but his campaign staff also was present — as was Luke Bronin, the former Hartford mayor challenging Larson.
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The most enduring companies will resist it, using these capabilities to deepen trust and strengthen the relationships on which lasting economic value depends.
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Anchor your thinking to a structural shift or enduring problem.
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In another recent study on the impact of AI on jobs, the California AI-unemployment tracker examined the state across industries, education levels and region and highlighted some worrying trends.
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While in line with recent guidance from the Department of Energy, the recommendation drew the ire of a number of Republicans.
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During the years living under the Islamic Republic’s repressive rule, music—which was at the forefront of my family’s life—was what kept my spirit lifted, my hope eternal, and my faith alive.
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But there’s a necessary balancing act between eyeing the future and embracing the past, which makes said future possible — and that’s where a place like this comes in, as a counterweight to the eternal pursuit of what’s next.
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The report's authors said the case highlights the importance of seeking immediate medical evaluation after any direct contact with a bat, even if there is no visible bite or scratch.
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The tang of the sauce was eye-widening and immediate, crackling with the bright, citrusy charge of tomatillos and serrano chiles.
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“Ongoing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ongoing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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