Continuance vs. Continuation
Continuance
Definition
Continuance refers to the act of continuing or the state of being continued, often used in legal contexts to denote the postponement of a court case.
Continuation
Definition
Continuation refers to the process of carrying on or the state of being continued, often implying a sequence or an ongoing activity.
Example
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The judge granted a continuance to give the defense more time to prepare.
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The school's summer program is in need of a continuance to accommodate more students.
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After much discussion, the committee decided on a continuance of the project until next year.
Example
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The continuation of the series provides fans with more exciting adventures.
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Her success is a continuation of her family's legacy in the arts.
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The continuation of the project relies heavily on additional funding.
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