Meaning & use
sustained
Continuing steadily over a long period of time without interruption or weakening.
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The company reported sustained growth in sales throughout the entire decade.
It took sustained effort from the whole team to finish the project on time.
A note on using this word
Sustained emphasizes duration and consistency, often used with effort, growth, attention, or applause.
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