carry on
/kær.i ɒn/ · car·ry ɒn
verb
- To continue or proceed as before. I'll be gone for a few days, but I hope you will carry on in my absence.
- To take baggage or luggage onto an airplane, rather than check it. You may only carry on items that are smaller than a certain size.
- To have or maintain. It is difficult to carry on a conversation with so many distractions.
noun
- A continuation or continuation of a particular activity. The team will carry on with the tournament despite the rain.
Did you know? The phrase 'carry on' has been used in various contexts, including in the title of a 1966 British comedy film, 'Carry On', which was the first in a series of 31 films.