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Love Torch Carry Don’t Loop Return Find Boyfriend

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Idiom CARRY A TORCH (FOR SOMEONE)
Definition to be in love with someone, usually someone who does not love in return
Examples
  1. Why don’t you find a new boyfriend? Don’t spend your life carrying a torch for someone who doesn’t love you anymore.
  2. Sara will never remarry. She will always carry a torch for Henry.
Extra Info

The expression suggests that love is a flame in the heart.
Category Emotions/Feelings: success and happiness

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