Meaning of the word "carry on" in English

What does "carry on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

carry on

US /ˈkær.i ɑːn/

UK /ˈkær.i ɑːn/

continue an activity or task

Example:

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Please carry on with your work.

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They decided to carry on despite the difficulties.

Synonym:

continue proceed go on keep on persevere

behave in an excited, foolish, or improper way

Example:

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Stop carrying on like that, you're embarrassing me!

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The children were carrying on terribly in the store.

Synonym:

fuss rant rave make a scene behave foolishly

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