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Definition |
to have unrequited romantic feelings |
Examples |
1) Despite years of separation, he still
carried a torch for her. 2) Even after all these years, he
still carried a torch for his high
school sweetheart. |
Etymology |
The term possibly alludes to the idea of
carrying a lit torch as a symbol of undying love or devotion. |
Synonyms |
obsession, have a crush, smitten |
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