continent
/ˈkɑntɪnənt/
adjective
- Able to control one's bladder and bowel movements.
- The toddler is now fully continent during the day.
- After the accident, he worked hard to become continent again.
- Most adults are continent, but some medical conditions can affect this.
- Exercising self-restraint, especially in relation to desires or appetites.
- The philosopher advocated for a continent life free from excess.
- In ancient times, a continent ruler was admired for their moderation.
- She remained continent despite the temptation to spend all her savings.
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noun
- One of the large landmasses of the Earth, such as Africa, Asia, or Europe.
- She has traveled to every continent except Antarctica.
- Africa is the second largest continent in the world.
- The seven continents are home to billions of people and countless species.
- The mainland of Europe, as distinct from the British Isles.
- Many British students spend a year studying on the continent.
- The train from London to Paris connects the UK to the continent.
- He moved to the continent for work and now lives in Berlin.
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