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Uncommoncarry on
The correct spelling is carry on.
How to pronounce carry on
/ˈkæɹi ˈɑn/
verbIPA: /ˈkæɹi ˈɑn/
Say it like: Car-ree- on
The correct spelling is carry on. To continue or proceed as before. For example: "I'll be gone for a few days, but I hope you will carry on in my absence."
Usage Examples
“I'll be gone for a few days, but I hope you will carry on in my absence.”
“You may only carry on items that are smaller than a certain size.”
“It is difficult to carry on a conversation with so many distractions.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To continue or proceed as before.
- 2.To take baggage or luggage onto an airplane, rather than check it.
- 3.To have or maintain.
- 4.To act or behave; especially to misbehave so as to attract attention.
- 5.To have an illicit sexual or flirtatious relationship.
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