Ongoing/ˈɑːnɡəʊɪŋ/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Unfinished Action Use 'ongoing' to emphasize that an action or event hasn't finished yet and continues. Renovations are ongoing at the old theater. Pro Tip 2/3Process Emphasis Highlight the process or progression of something rather than a single point in time. Ongoing efforts to improve safety have reduced accidents. Pro Tip 3/3Duration Unclear The word doesn't specify how long the action has been happening or will continue. The museum's restoration is an ongoing process.