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as in acts out
to behave badly
a toddler crying and carrying on in the store
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as in persists
to continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement
she bravely carried on despite the loss of her husband
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as in operates
to look after and make decisions about
carries on a business and still manages to run the household
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Recent Examples of carries on
The Juniper Tree’s protagonist carries on in the face of maternal abuse, a scandalous out-of-wedlock pregnancy, and a series of calamitous events that expose the dark underside of domesticity.
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Sara Krolewski, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2026
But their legacy carries on in the juke joints that dot the region.
—USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Chef Aitor Arregi carries on the legacy started by his parents, creating a dining experience that balances traditional grilling methods with modern elegance and a reverence for fresh, local product.
—Michelle Arellano Martin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Smoke from major fires carries on the wind over state boundaries.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Wisniowiecki, of Grosse Pointe, now carries on her father's legacy as a bell ringer commemorating the Edmund Fitzgerald.
—Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Duffy said the air traffic control staffing shortage would only get worse as the shutdown carries on, forcing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to make further reductions to air traffic.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Jordan Marshall was cramping in the fourth quarter and still gutted out seven carries on a drive that bled the final six minutes from the clock.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
The Carolina Panthers running back has been remarkable since Week 5 and will reportedly get the lion’s share of carries on Sunday.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
Sara Krolewski, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2026
But their legacy carries on in the juke joints that dot the region.
—USA Today, 10 Nov. 2025
Chef Aitor Arregi carries on the legacy started by his parents, creating a dining experience that balances traditional grilling methods with modern elegance and a reverence for fresh, local product.
—Michelle Arellano Martin, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
Smoke from major fires carries on the wind over state boundaries.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Wisniowiecki, of Grosse Pointe, now carries on her father's legacy as a bell ringer commemorating the Edmund Fitzgerald.
—Violet Ikonomova, Freep.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Duffy said the air traffic control staffing shortage would only get worse as the shutdown carries on, forcing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to make further reductions to air traffic.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025
Jordan Marshall was cramping in the fourth quarter and still gutted out seven carries on a drive that bled the final six minutes from the clock.
—Austin Meek, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
The Carolina Panthers running back has been remarkable since Week 5 and will reportedly get the lion’s share of carries on Sunday.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 2 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carries on
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In order to break free of those constraints, Hedda acts out and becomes an architect of destruction.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
Refinery29,
23 Oct. 2025
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At these screenings, the film is shown on the big screen while a cast silently acts out the entire film in front of the audience.—
Meredith G. White,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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While women have worked toward equality in many realms, significant gender inequality persists in income, parenting, and household labor.—
Oona Metz,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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This school year, Teach For America welcomed 2,300 new corps members as the teacher shortage persists and Gen Z embraces the profession.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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The spa Asian—specifically, Balinese—influences are again evident in the decor, massage techniques, and ingredients used at the 30,000-square-foot Mandara Spa, the Atlantis location of the beloved wellness brand that operates at resorts around the world and on Norwegian Cruise Line sailings.—
Jesse Ashlock,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
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Standing against them is notorious kingpin Bada Chaudhary (Sharad Kelkar), whose syndicate operates through layers of deceit through corridors in Saudi Arabia, Ethopia, Italy, Thailand and the UK.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
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Sammie manages to escape, though he's pursued by Remmick.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Jan. 2026
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Day has previously stated that his force will not assist in immigration enforcement operations, but noted that Portland Police manages public safety in the surrounding neighborhoods during demonstrations.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Set in the beginning of the 20th century, the work revolves around the fortunes of titular Fleur, a young girl who rebels against her life in a slum on the outskirts of Paris and seeks out the bright lights of the Belle Epoque capital.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
1 Jan. 2026
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As the professor navigates retirement, the baby grows into a rambunctious child who rebels against the traditions of her fishing community.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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The position directly supervises all parole agent specialists and parole agent supervisors assigned to the Division of Training Unit.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
January 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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The Holdovers Set in 1970s New England, The Holdovers follows a cranky prep school teacher (Paul Giamatti) who reluctantly supervises students stuck on campus over Christmas break.—
Lydia Price,
PEOPLE,
23 Dec. 2025
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Sammis runs a pro-style scheme that prioritizes a strong run game and being efficient with the passing attack.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Jan. 2026
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His victory awarded him a $1,500 NIL deal from Pangos which runs an All-American basketball camp among its basketball enterprises.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
11 Jan. 2026
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As chief engineering officer, Eric Lefebvre sets and oversees technology strategy for Jaggaer.—
Eric Lefebvre,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Jan. 2026
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The committee, which is made up of three white members, three Black members, three Hispanic members and two Asian members, also oversees efforts to recruit more minority teachers and solicit scholarships for minority students.—
Milla Surjadi,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Jan. 2026
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