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continuation

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /kənˌtɪnjuˈeɪʃən/

continuation means: The act of carrying on with something or keeping it happening.

noun

KEEPING SOMETHING GOINGB2

The act of carrying on with something or keeping it happening.

  • We support the continuation of the project.
  • More funding will ensure the continuation of these services.
  • They voted against the continuation of the talks.

How to use it: continuation of something (The continuation of the service depends on public funding.)

Similar words: continuance

Opposites: discontinuation, cessation

Common phrases: continuation of something, ensure continuation, continuation of talks

FOLLOWING PARTB2

A later part that follows and extends an earlier story, piece of work, or other thing.

  • This film is a continuation of the first story.
  • The next chapter provides a continuation of the argument.
  • That narrow lane is a continuation of the main road.

How to use it: a continuation of something (This novel is a continuation of her earlier story.)

Similar words: extension, sequel

Common phrases: direct continuation, continuation of something, story continuation

Questions about continuation

What does continuation mean?

The act of carrying on with something or keeping it happening.

What is continuation in other languages?

Türkçe: devam · Español: continuación · Français: continuation · Deutsch: Fortsetzung · Italiano: continuazione · 日本語: 継続

How do you pronounce continuation?

It is pronounced /kənˌtɪnjuˈeɪʃən/.

How do you use continuation in a sentence?

We support the continuation of the project. More funding will ensure the continuation of these services.

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