continuance
/kənˈtɪnjuəns/
noun
- The state of continuing or lasting for a long time; continuation.
- We hope for the continuance of peace in the region.
- The continuance of the project depends on additional funding.
- The continuance of the drought worried local farmers.
- A postponement or delay of a legal proceeding to a later date.
- The judge granted a continuance to allow the defense more time to prepare.
- The trial was delayed by a continuance due to a scheduling conflict.
- The lawyer requested a continuance because a key witness was unavailable.
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