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continual

[kuhn-tin-yoo-uhl] / kənˈtɪn yu əl /


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Until we see persistent, continual job losses over a long period of time across the entire economy, the safe bet is that history is simply rhyming.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

But both Warner Bros. and Paramount have seen continual declines in every other aspect of their businesses as the movie and television industries undergo a period of radical change.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

Kempe said continual investment was needed to keep sculptures like An Ceann Mor in use, beyond initial government funding used to establish the project.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

Distinguished by different hairdos and contrasting body language, Douglas, who can will himself to appear sedate, and James, who’s in a continual manic spiral, have more in common than either would care to admit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 28, 2026

“We have been paid to start it. It’s a fine line of work to be expert in. If we do this perfectly, there will be a continual demand for our services.”

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman




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