carry the torch

1. To carry on a cause: “The columnist feels that he is carrying the torch of liberalism in an age of conservatism.”

Idioms and Phrases

see carry a torch .

Example Sentences

The rapper will carry the torch as part of the Games’ opening ceremony Friday, a Paris-adjacent mayor announces.

From Los Angeles Times

The 52-year-old will carry the torch through the streets of Saint-Denis in the north of Paris, which is home to the Stade de France Olympic Stadium, on Friday.

From BBC

Meanwhile, following Emma Hayes' departure at the conclusion of the last campaign, WSL champions Chelsea will be hoping that new manager Sonia Bompastor can carry the torch forward.

From BBC

With Karamo’s event canceled, Beyer, now a regional GOP chairman as well as a delegate, said he would carry the torch for the “America First” movement.

From Salon

As politicians continue to write legislation restricting bodily autonomy and debates around technology like artificial intelligence intensify, a show that can carry the torch from “Orphan Black” feels more needed than ever.

From Los Angeles Times

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