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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“A soaring two-story glass conservatory, expansive living and dining rooms, and an open-concept kitchen with sliding glass doors invite seamless indoor-outdoor living while overlooking the skyline,” the description went on.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

Turner told the church he went on the trip as a parent of a child in attendance.

From BBC • 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

“You’re either crooked or you’re stupid,” he went on.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

“Fortunately,” he went on, “I am better protected than before. New armor.”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows