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continual

[kuhn-tin-yoo-uhl] / kənˈtɪn yu əl /
ADJECTIVE
constant, incessant
Synonyms
STRONGEST
around-the-clock ceaseless continuous endless enduring frequent interminable perpetual persistent recurrent relentless repeated steady unbroken unceasing unending uninterrupted unremitting
WEAK
aeonian connected consecutive dateless eternal everlasting oft-repeated permanent persisting regular repetitive running staying timeless unchanging unfailing unflagging unvarying unwaning
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bounded broken ceasing completed discontinuous ending finished infrequent intermittent interrupted irregular occasional sporadic stopping terminable transient
WEAK
checked halting inconstant temporary

Example Sentences

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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

The continual violation of CIF bylaw 600 has left City Section commissioner Vicky Lagos scrambling to replace teams.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 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

The pain from her leg was dull but continual.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman