Definition of "continuance" []

• The act or fact of continuing. (noun)
• The time during which something exists or lasts; duration. (noun)
• A continuation or sequel. (noun)
• Law Postponement or adjournment to a future date. (noun)

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• "With such proofs of the uncertain continuance here of the great ornaments & blessings of society, let not little circumstances induce us to neglect the tender of their friendship."
• "I sense that Sen. Clintons continuance is not good, but that's just one guys gut feeling."
• "The only variance of note was that in Term 22, providing for the short-term continuance of statutes relating to the export marketing of salted fish."