Meaning
To continue doing something, or to happen; also, to go on a trip or holiday is to take one.
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Grammar
Examples
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"Go on" means to continue.
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The meeting continued for three hours.
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"Going on" can also mean happening.
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go on: worksheet, infographic and listicle
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