continue

/kənˈtɪnju/
verb
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
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