carry the torch

To fight for someone or something and encourage or lead others to do the same. While you hate the idea of this big construction project and are ready to carry the torch, you should know that most of the townspeople have been very vocal in their support of it.

carry the torch

1. Fig. to lead or participate in a (figurative) crusade. The battle was over, but John continued to carry the torch. If Jane hadn't carried the torch, no one would have followed, and the whole thing would have failed.

2. Go to carry a torch (for someone).

carry the torch

If you carry the torch for something such as a political party or a particular belief, you support it very strongly and try to persuade other people to support it too. Note: The torch referred to in these expressions is a long stick with burning material at one end which provides a light. This kind of torch is sometimes used in processions or parades. This group aims to carry the torch for the millions of people who demonstrated and the thousands who died. I just want to thank all of you for carrying the torch, for being the solid base that makes our party what it is. Note: Other verbs can be used instead of carry. There's nobody left to take up the torch for the group at national level.

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释义	carry the torch carry the torch To fight for someone or something and encourage or lead others to do the same. While you hate the idea of this big construction project and are ready to carry the torch, you should know that most of the townspeople have been very vocal in their support of it. See also: carry, torch Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. carry the torch 1. Fig. to lead or participate in a (figurative) crusade. The battle was over, but John continued to carry the torch. If Jane hadn't carried the torch, no one would have followed, and the whole thing would have failed. 2. Go to carry a torch (for someone). See also: carry, torch McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. carry the torch If you carry the torch for something such as a political party or a particular belief, you support it very strongly and try to persuade other people to support it too. Note: The torch referred to in these expressions is a long stick with burning material at one end which provides a light. This kind of torch is sometimes used in processions or parades. This group aims to carry the torch for the millions of people who demonstrated and the thousands who died. I just want to thank all of you for carrying the torch, for being the solid base that makes our party what it is. Note: Other verbs can be used instead of carry. There's nobody left to take up the torch for the group at national level. See also: carry, torch Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. See also: hate (someone or something) like sin hate like sin burst (one's) bubble burst bubble burst somebody's bubble burst someone's bubble carp at carp at (one) cavil cavil at (one) References in classic literature "Very well," said he; "I shall accompany you; and the adventure appears to me so wonderful, that I shall carry the torch myself." And saying these words, he girded on a short sword, placed a pistol in his belt, disclosing in this movement, which opened his doublet a little, the fine rings of a coat of mail, destined to protect him from the first dagger-thrust of an assassin. Ten Years Later Springfield police officers will carry the torch from the Springfield Justice Center to the John Serbu Campus, where Eugene police officer will take over and run north to police in Junction City. Local law enforcement to carry torch for Special Olympics Each person will carry the torch for about 200 meters (656 feet). The Olympic Torch Makes Its Way We support you, and as we old codgers die out, we need you to carry the torch. It's not expensive, it can help you in many ways, and good comradeship and an excellent magazine come with membership! Join the Legion! He was nominated to carry the torch by Virgin Media and chosen as a Lloyds TSB torchbearer. Olympics torch bearers' big day memories 10.51am - Former boxer Michael Watson will carry the torch through Trafalgar Square, almost 21 years since he was left with a brain injury. THE TORCH'S FINAL DAY Bahnu, aged 69, of Stoke, was chosen to carry the torch because of her voluntary work for Coventry's Asian Blind Association which she set up in 1994 after being registered blind herself. Torch at care home ? THE Olympics are now under way and it was nice to see the world's oldest marathon runner carry the torch. ATHLETES SET TO SHINE IN GAMES We were heading for the Millennium Centre to register to carry the torch that morning. The spotlight shines brightest on 'celebs' He had been due to carry the torch as it passed through Stevenage, the Hertfordshire town where he grew up. Lewis Hamilton seen clubbing 2.5hrs before carrying Olympic torch Team Northumbria manager Cathy Rooney said: "We are delighted Audrey was given the opportunity to carry the torch. Holding a torch to coach Cooper; University sport Gary Lineker will today carry the Torch through Leicester, his home city. FLAMING CHEEK "Everyone was so good there and supportive." Will is due to carry the torch at 9.16am tomorrow. pounds 520 MILLION GOLD RUSH; That's how his bringing Birmingham much Olympics is worth to West Midlands, says Prime Minister and the celebrate large out to torch Get your Due to carry the torch through Heywood on June 23, he said: "How I feel about running with the torch is indescribable, I'm nervous, so proud and so humbled to be given the opportunity. THEY'RE CARRYING THE FLAME FAR AND WIDE ... Locals taking part in torch relays all over UK Commonwealth Games marathon Gold medallist Jim Alder was delighted to carry the torch through Morpeth. Torch relay heads to the region again
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