informal #verb #Idioms #English #esl

carry a torch or carry the torch {v. phr.}

1. To show great and unchanging loyalty to a cause or a person.

Although the others gave up fighting for their rights, John continued to carry the torch.

1. {informal}
   To be in love, usually without success or return.

He is carrying a torch for Anna, even though she is in love with someone else. Categories: informal love success verb