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carry on

verb (v)

  • direct the course of; manage or control(verb.social)
    Synonym:
    conduct, deal
    source: wordnet30
  • keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last(verb.stative)
    Example:
    Carry on the old traditions.
    source: wordnet30
  • continue talking(verb.communication)
    Example:
    Carry on--pretend we are not in the room.
    source: wordnet30
  • misbehave badly; act in a silly or improper way(verb.social)
    Synonym:
    act up
    source: wordnet30

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