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Rule "on going (ongoing)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: on going (ongoing)
Message: The adjective <suggestion>ongoing</suggestion> is spelled as one word.
Category: Possible Typo (ID: TYPOS)
Link: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ongoing
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • It is a widely held belief that continues to be a factor in their on going support of the war.
    Correction suggestion: ongoing
  • This is an on going problem.
    Correction suggestion: ongoing
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • I’m pulling the trigger on going to FOSDEM 2019.
ID: ON_GOING [1]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-12-03 22:33:10 +0100)