Synonyms

soldier on

British

verb

(intr, adverb) to persist in one's efforts in spite of difficulties, pressure, etc

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Example Sentences

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One photo shows Kim speaking with what appeared to be the family members of a fallen soldier on a sofa, his daughter standing behind them.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

When a soldier on a passing train tossed him half a loaf of stale bread, he planned to share it with friends.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 2, 2026

“For us to keep hold of this Russian territory we need two things,” writes our Ukrainian soldier on enemy soil.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2024

The party can’t legally force any candidate to drop out, and Reichert is expected to soldier on to the Aug. 6 primary even if he doesn’t get his party’s formal backing.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2024

“And my dear, dear Mae,” she said, blowing a kiss to the soldier on his right.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill

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