carry the torch
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Sienna will carry the torch for the Bruins beyond this season when the majority of the veteran roster graduates and many go pro.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 23, 2026
"One day, a single piece of glass might carry the torch of human culture and knowledge across millennia."
From Barron's ● Feb. 18, 2026
Many times, these businesses are family-run operations, but maybe the next generation doesn’t want to carry the torch.
From Slate ● Feb. 10, 2025
Meanwhile, following Emma Hayes' departure at the conclusion of the last campaign, WSL champions Chelsea will be hoping that new manager Sonia Bompastor can carry the torch forward.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2024
Francie was impressed and vowed in her heart that she’d help carry the torch like he said.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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