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see CARRY A TORCH.
American Heritage Idioms
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Phrase(s): carry the torch 1. Fig. to lead or participate in a (figurative) crusade. • The battle was over, but John continued to carry the torch. • If Jane hadn’t carried the torch, no one would have followed, and the whole thing would have failed. 2. Go to carry a torch (for someone).
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs