carry through

verb

carried through; carrying through; carries through

intransitive verb

: persist, survive
feelings that carry through to the present

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This playfulness carried through our entire conversation. Essence, 16 June 2025 The momentum of winning its first major trophy in 70 years carried through to securing Champions League qualification. Harry De Cosemo, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025 Now, drama comes in the form of scenery; swimmers emerge from the sea like mermaids to sun on the rocks while seagulls look like paper airplanes being carried through the sky. Lily Radziemski, New York Times, 29 May 2025 This philosophy has not only elevated his brand but has also provided sustainable livelihoods for countless Indian artisans, ensuring that ancient techniques continue to thrive today and are carried through generations. Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for carry through

Word History

First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of carry through was in 1608

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“Carry through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carry%20through. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.

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