Verbs: Non stative with duration meaning¶
Non stative verbs with inherent “duration” meaning.
Useful for continuative perfect.
Verb |
Example |
Continuative meaning |
|---|---|---|
continue |
The debate has continued for weeks. |
remain in progress |
endure |
The tradition has endured for centuries. |
continue despite difficulty or time |
extend |
The deadline has extended into next month. |
continue beyond a boundary |
last |
The meeting has lasted three hours. |
continue for a period of time |
linger |
The smell has lingered for hours. |
remain present beyond an expected endpoint |
persist |
The problem has persisted for years. |
continue despite attempts to change it |
stretch |
The negotiations have stretched for months. |
extend over time |
survive |
The species has survived for millions of years. |
continue to exist despite threats |