CARRYING A TORCH (FOR) Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

carrying a torch (for)

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variants or carrying the torch (for)

present participle of carry a torch (for)

as in falling for

to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for She still carries a torch for her husband after over 30 years of marriage.

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As Fielder’s initially firm belief in Holmes’ guilt and manipulative powers appears to waver, Seyfried wonders if Fielder is in some way falling for her.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
And yet history says not only isn’t the sky falling for the four-time NBA champion and five-time All-Star, but he only is getting warmed up.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2026

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