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Wordabulary

ongoing

Pronunciation
Adjective B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

Continuing to happen or develop; not yet finished.

"The investigation is still ongoing."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

continuing current

Antonyms

finished completed

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The investigation is still _____."

Answer: ongoing

In your own words, what does "ongoing" mean?

Continuing to happen or develop; not yet finished.

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