continue
/kənˈtɪnju/
verb
- To keep happening or existing without stopping.
- She continued to work even after everyone else had gone home.
- The rain continued all day, flooding the streets.
- If the noise continues, I will have to call the landlord.
- To start again after a pause; to resume.
- The TV show will continue after these commercial messages.
- After a short break for lunch, the meeting continued.
- He paused to take a sip of water, then continued his story.
- To go further in the same direction; to proceed.
- The hikers continued along the trail despite the steep climb.
- The road continues through the forest for another ten kilometers.
- Continue straight for two miles, then turn left at the traffic light.
- To remain in a particular state, position, or role.
- She will continue as team captain for another season.
- He continued silent throughout the entire argument.
- The company continued to be profitable even during the recession.