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carry on

[kar-ee-on, -awn] / ˈkær iˌɒn, -ˌɔn /






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"I have every intention of returning from Lisbon to carry on my work in Uganda," she said.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

We know her fate, but her partner, Sam Alper’s Bill, who nervously attempts to carry on with the performance in her absence, does not.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The Crown said: "There is no longer enough evidence to allow this case to carry on."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“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

“You tired? You stop paddling when you’re tired. I can carry on back here.”

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech




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