torch

Example Sentences

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So much for our torch of freedom bringing light to the world.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

"Our generation is laying the groundwork for the youth to pick up the torch one day," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

The LP’s second ballad is a torch song, “We’re All Alone.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Whether he was carrying the Olympic torch, skiing with Picabo Street, sliding a curling stone or driving a Zamboni, Snoop was everywhere.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

The running man holds a torch, and as he comes closer the torchlight glints off of Captain Gosnold’s armor and makes clear what he has in his arms.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone