carry on

Example Sentences

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“I believe God gave us this gift to help other people, to give back to others. I want to make it easier for them to carry on the gift of giving to their grandchildren.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

But investors will be happy to carry on loading up on stocks as long as it remains clear the AI boom is boosting listed companies’ top and bottom lines.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Americans carry, on average, about $6,500 to $6,700 in credit-card debt, according to credit-reporting agencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Although it was Harding’s first visit to the center, he already has plans to carry on Dudamel’s legacy, promising the assembled team, “You won’t be able to get rid of me.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

We’re being stared at on all sides as we carry on.

From "The Knife of Never Letting Go" by Patrick Ness