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pass the torch

Idiom Education

Meaning

to hand over a duty or responsibility to someone else

Example Sentences

"After many years of teaching, the professor decided to pass the torch to a younger teacher."

Related Expressions

call a spade a spade

to speak honestly and directly, even if it’s unpleasant

Never give up

Always continue trying despite difficulties.

no strings attached

with no special conditions or restrictions

break someone's heart

to make someone very sad, especially in love

Pay dividends

To bring benefits or rewards later.

as happy as a clam

feeling completely happy and content