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10 Language-to-English DictionariesCarry the Torch
/ˈkæri ðə tɔːrtʃ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
To take on or uphold a responsibility, cause, or passion, often on behalf of someone else.
"After her mentor retired, she decided to carry the torch for the environmental movement." - 2
To continue a legacy or tradition that someone else has started.
"He has been carrying the torch for his family's business for over a decade."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The phrase 'carry the torch' originates from the literal act of carrying a torch, which has been used since ancient times to symbolize guidance and illumination. Over time, it evolved into a metaphorical expression in English, particularly in the context of passing on a passion or responsibility, often associated with love or advocacy.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Carry the Torch" is said worldwide
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porter la torche
Transliteration: porter la torche
"Elle a décidé de porter la torche pour la cause environnementale."
die Fackel tragen
Transliteration: die Fackel tragen
"Er hat beschlossen, die Fackel für das Familienunternehmen zu tragen."
portare la torcia
Transliteration: portare la torcia
"Ha deciso di portare la torcia per il movimento ambientalista."
llevar la antorcha
Transliteration: llevar la antorcha
"Decidió llevar la antorcha por la causa ambiental."
carregar a tocha
Transliteration: carregar a tocha
"Ela decidiu carregar a tocha pela causa ambiental."
दीपक ले जाना
Transliteration: deepak le jaana
"उसने पर्यावरण आंदोलन के लिए दीपक ले जाने का निर्णय लिया।"
传承火炬
Transliteration: chuánchéng huǒjù
"她决定为环保事业传承火炬。"
횃불을 들다
Transliteration: hoetbul-eul deulda
"그녀는 환경 운동을 위해 횃불을 들기로 결정했다."
トーチを持つ
Transliteration: tōchi o motsu
"彼女は環境運動のためにトーチを持つことに決めました。"
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