In plain English
It points to what happens if someone keeps doing what is already in progress. The phrase links that ongoing act to a consequence that follows from it.
In context
Here, it introduces a short notice saying that the stated consequence will result if someone goes on with the action now in progress.
- Situation
- Understanding standard terms notices, acceptance controls, disclosures, and policy references
- What it communicates
- introduces a short notice tied to the action the user is about to take.
Meaning limits
The phrase itself does not identify the exact consequence; it only links a stated consequence to going on with the current action or process.
Examples
“By continuing to knock, the boy woke the whole house.”
“By continuing, walkers enter the field where the bull is loose.”