Continual – always happening. Constant/continuous. adjective.

recurring frequently, esp at regular

intervals. occurring without interruption; continuous in time.

Continual should only mean "occurring at regular intervals," they insist, whereas continuous should be
used to mean "continuing without interruption." This distinction overlooks the fact that continual is the
older word and was used with both meanings for centuries before continuous appeared on the scene.

The rain has been continuous since this morning.

Hold up – noun. hindrance/obstacles/postponement

Anticipate - to give advance thought, discussion, or treatment to/foresee/prediction

If you anticipate that your baby will be upset, bring something that smells familiar.

Promise – assurance/agreement/guaranteed/swear

I promise I will be there.

Plan on – agenda, you have your intention/willingness to do or achieve something.

There's no a real difference, but we commonly use "plan on" when we have a plan in the long run. To
plan on can also carry the meaning of count on. [I'm planning on your helping with the parking situation
tomorrow night.

How long are you going to stay; if you're planning on buying the place.