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as in carries on
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as in holds on
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hangs on
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But their legacy carries on in the juke joints that dot the region.—
USA Today,
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
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So, cinnamon sugar popcorn keeps up with your go-go-go energy.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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The 36-year-old also keeps up a rigorous touring schedule, currently performing a Las Vegas residency in partnership with the Tao Group.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
15 Oct. 2025
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The risk that inflation hangs around is elevated since inflation expectations could be up, Adams said.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
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Then, Wes shows up with Jules Zoblonsky (John Ales), our resident creep who hangs around the scene, who not only put his hand up another hostess’s skirt, but also drugged Anna’s drink the night of her assault, as later confirmed by security camera footage.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 2025
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust's portfolio.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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The longer that Florida State waits to fire Norvell, the shorter the time the head coach has to look for a new job.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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If blood still persists, repeat these steps until the stain has lifted.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites are grappling with the pause of food assistance as a nationwide pause on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits persists among the ongoing government shutdown.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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That last purpose is often the hardest to fulfill yet Sybil perseveres to find her own truth, through her faith in words.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
19 Oct. 2025
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Just a few hours before the show, a torrential downpour threatens to halt the event, but Victoria perseveres.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Hangs on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hangs%20on. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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