ONGOING Synonyms: 102 Similar and Opposite Words

ongoing

adjective

ˈȯn-ˌgō-iŋ

Definition of ongoing

as in operating

being in progress or development we do seem to be making some headway on that ongoing project the ever ongoing quest for knowledge by men and women of science

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Relevance

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as in current

existing or in progress right now the ongoing presidential campaign

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as in continuing

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish an ongoing commitment to improving their community

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Recent Examples of ongoing The agency ruled out tsunami risks and said assessments of vulnerable areas were ongoing. — ABC News, 11 Oct. 2026 Tropical storm conditions are ongoing in the warning area for the next several hours. — Miami Herald Hurricane Bot, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026 But El Niño conditions and an ongoing marine heat wave have pushed ocean temperatures 10 to 13 degrees higher than normal, providing a far-more-conducive environment for Rachel. — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2026 And a high degree of social fitness contributes to a longer, healthier and more fulfilled life, according to an ongoing 88-year-old Harvard University happiness study. — Renée Onque, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ongoing

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Adjective

That sits on the books of the league’s 32 Equity investment arm, and 1/32 of any gains or losses in the entity flow through the Packers’ non-operating income.

— Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 24 July 2026
True, some if the upside surprise has come from non-operating gains on holdings in huge, private AI pioneers, but not all of it.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 2 June 2026

Definition of operating

Adjective

The Social Security Trustees project that the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund, which pays retirement and survivor benefits, will deplete its reserves in the fourth quarter of 2032 under current law.

— Ray R. Harris, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
Le and her husband purchased their current location at 903 South Federal Blvd.

— Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of current

Adjective

Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.

— Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025
State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024

Definition of continuing

Adjective

The coupling of violence with law and order is ever present in the agent’s recollections, but tonally, the show feels light.

— Stephanie Wambugu, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
While discussing the characterizations present in the series, Sandler noted that star Noah Reid’s Rapp may be an honest representation of men, if not the most likable.

— Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of present

Adjective

Throughout the community architectural details are inspired by the surrounding landscape and natural materials are shaped by refined craftsmanship to create spaces that are warm and enduring.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Three decades and six sequels later, Scream remains one of horror’s most enduring (and most profitable) franchises.

— Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of enduring

Adjective

Many countries around the world — notably, England, Egypt, and Norway — have made great strides down that path in recent years.

— Philip A. Chan, STAT, 8 Oct. 2026
Boosted by Heated Rivalry, Crave recorded just over 5 million subs in Bell’s most recent results, and is eyeing 6 million by end of 2028, but Cohan is thinking beyond that.

— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of recent

Adjective

More than just loving, God is unwavering, eternal Love itself.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026
The low-angle light plays hobs with conventional solar panels lying flat on a lander, but Blue Origin's Power Tower is designed to exploit the near-eternal sunset/sunrise.

— David Szondy October 07, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of eternal

Adjective

The immediate focus is on joint development, testing, and demonstration.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
Bystander videos and photos posted by on social media showed a man sitting on the ground with his hands behind his back, in the immediate aftermath of the shooting.

— Philip Marcelo, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of immediate

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