ongoing

American  

[on-goh-ing, awn-] / ˈɒnˌgoʊ ɪŋ, ˈɔn- /

adjective

1. continuing without termination or interruption.

   ongoing research projects.

   Synonyms:

   unbroken, uninterrupted, proceeding

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ongoing British  

/ ˈɒnˌɡəʊɪŋ /

adjective

1. actually in progress

   ongoing projects

2. continually moving forward; developing

3. remaining in existence; continuing

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Usage

What does ongoing mean? Ongoing means continuing without interruption or a scheduled end. Something that’s described as ongoing has been happening for a while and is expected to continue to happen.Ongoing is an adjective that’s used to describe situations and actions. Similar terms are continuing and in progress.Example: I’m so tired of this ongoing argument with Kathy—no matter what I do, it just never stops.

Etymology

Origin of ongoing

First recorded in 1855–60; on + going, after the verb phrase go on

Example Sentences

Some travelers are asking that question, given the concerns about how the ongoing conflict in Iran is affecting the oil market and in turn, fuel prices —think $4-a-gallon gas.

From MarketWatch

An SNP spokesperson said Carragher had been suspended and dropped as a candidate "in light of ongoing allegations regarding the handling of matters within the North Lanarkshire Council SNP group in relation to Jordan Linden".

From BBC

Hilda Eke, executive director of the L.A.-based advocacy organization Dignity and Power Now, said in a statement that the ruling is a positive development in the ongoing battle for more transparency.

From Los Angeles Times

In response to questions about the grenade incident and the state’s ongoing efforts to obtain records, Gomez said Cal/OSHA is trying to avoid future tragedies.

From Los Angeles Times

The U.S. tech giant’s vice chair and president, Brad Smith, said Wednesday that the investment will also go toward ongoing operations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• continuing
• current
• growing
• open-ended
• successful