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    Continuaient (en. Continued)

    /kɔ̃.ti.nɥɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To pursue an action, a state, or an event over time.
    They continued to work despite the difficulties.
    Ils continuaient à travailler malgré les difficultés.
    To remain in the same state or situation.
    The negotiations continued without interruption.
    Les négociations continuaient sans interruption.
    To extend beyond a certain point.
    The work continued until nightfall.
    Les travaux continuaient jusqu'à la tombée de la nuit.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to continue', derived from the Latin 'continuare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to continue on one's momentum
    To pursue efforts or success without interruption.
    continuer sur sa lancée
    to continue the struggle
    To continue a fight or a cause.
    continuer la lutte
    to continue learning
    To continue acquiring knowledge.
    continuer d'apprendre

    Related Words

    to continue
    Verb meaning to prolong an action.
    continuer
    continuation
    Action of continuing something.
    continuation
    continuously
    Quality of what continues.
    continuement

    Slang Meanings

    To remain in the same movement or activity.
    We continue having fun, no time to stop!
    On continue à s'amuser, pas le temps de s'arrêter !
    To insist on an action or attitude.
    She continues to sulk, it's annoying.
    Elle continue à faire la tête, c'est pénible.