went on

VERB

continue

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conduct endure go ahead happen hold on last occur persist proceed stay take place

WEAK

act advance bear behave carry on come about comport deport execute hang on keep on persevere ramble

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease discontinue halt leave stop

Example Sentences

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Even knowing what was happening as the campaign went on, I found it difficult not to get sucked into the vortex.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia received a temporary injunction that enabled him to play in 2025 and went on to become a Heisman Trophy finalist that season.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The Sparks went on an 8-0 run in the first quarter while the Fire struggled to make shots around the rim.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Grass has given me some of the most meaningful moments of my career, and I’m excited to be back competing on one of the sport’s most iconic stages,” she went on.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

It went on so long I wondered if they’d moved away.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler