Ongoing: meaning, definitions and examples
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ongoing
[ ˈɒnˌɡəʊɪŋ ]
in progress
Continuing without interruption; happening at the present moment; current.
Synonyms
continuing, current, pending, progressing, uninterrupted
Examples of usage
- The ongoing investigation into the corruption scandal is making headlines.
- We need to address the ongoing issues in our community to create positive change.
- The ongoing debate about climate change continues to divide opinions.
- The ongoing project is expected to be completed by the end of the month.
- The ongoing negotiations between the two countries are crucial for establishing peace.
Translations
Translations of the word "ongoing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 em andamento
🇮🇳 चल रहा है
🇩🇪 laufend
🇮🇩 berlangsung
🇺🇦 триває
🇵🇱 trwający
🇯🇵 進行中
🇫🇷 en cours
🇪🇸 en curso
🇹🇷 devam eden
🇰🇷 진행 중인
🇸🇦 جارٍ
🇨🇿 probíhající
🇸🇰 prebiehajúci
🇨🇳 正在进行
🇸🇮 v teku
🇮🇸 í gangi
🇰🇿 жалғасуда
🇬🇪 მიმდინარე
🇦🇿 davam edən
🇲🇽 en curso
Word origin
The word 'ongoing' originated in the mid-19th century, combining the words 'on' and 'going'. It is used to describe something that is continuing without interruption or something that is happening at the present moment. Over the years, 'ongoing' has become a commonly used term in various contexts, including business, politics, and everyday conversations.
See also: forego, forgo, go, goad, gofer, going, gone, goon, outgoing, undergo.