adverb

incessantly

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adverb

Without stopping, especially to an annoying degree.

"The baby cried incessantly through the night."

"He complains incessantly about his commute."

How to Use Incessantly

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishConstantly, non-stop — usually said with a hint of exasperation.

Common pairings

talk incessantly complain incessantly nag incessantly

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The baby cried _____ through the night.

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