continue

Definition

To proceed with (doing an activity); to prolong (an activity).

Etymology

From Middle English continuen, from Old French continuer, from Latin continuāre. Displaced native Middle English thurghwonen, from Old English þurhwunian.

Example Sentences

• "Shall I continue speaking, or will you just interrupt me again?"
• "Do you want me to continue to unload these?"
• "Firstly, I continue to base most species treatments on personally collected material, rather than on herbarium plants."

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