carry through

verb

carried through; carrying through; carries through

intransitive verb

: persist, survive
feelings that carry through to the present

Examples of carry through in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web This creates a sense of control and accomplishment that carries through the rest of the day. Jodie Cook, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 That taught her listening, a skill she's carried through her whole life. Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2024 This celebration of the uniquely Ecuadorian carries through to culinary culture. Tyler Wetherall, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2023 Upstairs in the primary suite, the black paint trim detail carries through and an original chimney is left exposed. Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 3 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for carry through 

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Word History

First Known Use

1608, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

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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 5 Oct. 2024.

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