1.
continuously, without interruption
Indicates that a state or action continues without a break. Often used at the beginning of a sentence to signal that something ongoing will persist.
2.
subsequently, following that
Indicates that something will happen after the current event or situation. Common in formal announcements, business communication, and news.
Usage
Used both as an adverb modifying a verb (sense 1) and as a conjunctive expression connecting two events (sense 2). In sense 2, the pattern is often Noun に引き続き (following Noun). Very common in formal and business contexts.
Common patterns
- 引き続き〜する: to continue doing
- 〜に引き続き: following, subsequent to
- 引き続きよろしくお願いします: set phrase for continued support
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Slightly formal. Frequently heard in news broadcasts, business emails, and official announcements. In casual speech, そのまま or 続けて are more natural.