Rumble on
phrasal verb
To continue, especially when it seems that a situation should have ended or been resolved.
The argument between them rumbled on for days.
Often appears as...
- the argument rumbles on
- the dispute rumbles on
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To occur irregularly over a period of time.
The thunder rumbled on in the distance for hours.
Often appears as...
- the sound rumbles on
- the thunder rumbles on
phrasal verb
To continue, especially when it seems that a situation should have ended or been resolved.
The argument between them rumbled on for days.
Often appears as...
- the argument rumbles on
- the dispute rumbles on
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrasal verb
To occur irregularly over a period of time.
The thunder rumbled on in the distance for hours.
Often appears as...
- the sound rumbles on
- the thunder rumbles on
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Subtle Endurance
Expresses that a situation remains unresolved longer than expected, often implies exasperation or weariness.
Despite the deadline passing, the negotiations rumbled on.
Pro Tip 2/3Informal Use
Typically used in casual or informal situations, rather than in formal writing or speeches.
The rumors about the celebrity couple rumbled on in the tabloids.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Weight
Can carry a sense of frustration or tension when used to describe prolonged disputes or problems.
Their family feud rumbled on through the holidays, casting a shadow over gatherings.
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