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ongoing
adjective on·go·ing \ˈȯn-ˌgō-iŋ, ˈän-, -ˌgȯ(-)iŋ\
: continuing to exist, happen, or progress : continuing without reaching an end
Full Definition of ONGOING
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a : being actually in process b : continuing
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First Known Use of ONGOING
1877
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ONGOING Defined for Kids
ongoing
adjective on·go·ing \ˈȯn-ˌgō-iŋ, ˈän-\
Definition of ONGOING for Kids
: being in progress or movement <The investigation is ongoing.>
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