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37+ Words that rhyme with ongoing

Ongoing is a 2-syllable word with 37 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are crowing, growing, bowing. Two-syllable words give you rhythmic flexibility — they work as both end rhymes and internal rhymes within a line.

Definition of ongoing

adjective
  1. currently happening; "an ongoing economic crisis"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "ongoing" in lyrics

See how ongoing is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "The Eiht's purpose is to explain the ongoing"
    Compton's Most Wanted — Final Chapter

What do these rhymes mean?

blowing
processing that involves blowing a gas
bowing
showing an excessively deferential manner bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or
crowing
exhibiting self-importance; "big talk" an instance of boastful talk; "his brag is worse than his fight
growing
relating to or suitable for growth; "the growing season for corn
owing
owed as a debt; "outstanding bills"; "the amount still owed"; "undischarged debts"

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "ongoing" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like crowing, growing, bowing create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Since "ongoing" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with ongoing?
Words that rhyme with ongoing include: crowing, growing, bowing, blowing, owing, rowing, sewing, forgoing, flowing, banging, and 27 more.
How many syllables does ongoing have?
Ongoing has 2 syllables.
How many words rhyme with ongoing?
There are 37 words that rhyme with ongoing: 37 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for ongoing in a song?
The strongest rhymes for ongoing in songwriting are crowing, growing, bowing. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with ongoing?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with ongoing include crowing, growing, bowing, blowing, owing. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: going, boeing; 1-syllable: crowing, growing; 2-syllable: bellowing, billowing. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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