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to go on
[phrase form: go]
01
to continue without stopping
Intransitive: to go on | to go on with an activity
Example
The construction work will go on until the project is completed.
The marathon runners were determined to go on despite the rain.
02
to come to be or to happen
Intransitive
Example
Is there anything unusual going on in the neighborhood lately?
The wedding will go on as planned, despite the rain.
03
to start operating or functioning
Intransitive
Example
When you press the start button, the engine should go on without any issues.
The lights went out during the storm, but the backup generator went on immediately.
I waited for the coffee machine to go on and brew a fresh pot.
04
(of a performer) to begin their performance
Intransitive: to go on point in time
Example
The lead actor 's character does n't go on until the second act of the play.
The stand-up comedy show starts at 9 PM, and each comedian goes on one after the other
The main speaker will go on last, after the panel discussion.
05
(in sports) to enter a game as a substitute during a match
Intransitive: to go on | to go on for a player
Example
He was called to go on as a substitute in the second half to bolster the team 's defense.
The young talent was eager for a chance to go on and prove himself in his first professional game.
In a surprising move, the rookie player went on for the veteran captain to bring fresh energy to the game.
06
(of time) to move forward or pass without stopping
Intransitive
Example
As the years went on, he gained more experience and wisdom.
He became increasingly skilled at the game as the hours went on.
The party was a hit, and as the night went on, the atmosphere became livelier.
07
to talk about a person or subject at length, often in a tedious or complaining manner
Intransitive: to go on | to go on about sth
Example
During the lecture, the professor went on for what felt like hours.
He went on for hours about his work problems, and I could n't get a word in edgewise.
She went on and on about her trip, but after a while, I lost interest in hearing about every detail.
08
to pass to doing something, particularly once one has finished doing something else
Transitive: to go on to do sth
go on
01
used to urge someone to speak or continue talking
Example
Despite feeling unwell, the lead actor insisted that the show must go on and delivered a remarkable performance.
Go on!
They planned to go on a trip to Europe to explore historical sites.
02
used to express disbelief or surprise
Example
The students were raring to go on their field trip, eagerly waiting for the bus to arrive.
In the debate, he chose to go on the offensive by presenting strong arguments.
Elaine arranged for me to go on a blind date with a guy from her office.
03
used to urge someone to continue or engage in a specific action or activity
Example
The students were raring to go on their field trip, eagerly waiting for the bus to arrive.
In the debate, he chose to go on the offensive by presenting strong arguments.
Elaine arranged for me to go on a blind date with a guy from her office.
Παράδειγμα
The construction work will go on until the project is completed.
The marathon runners were determined to go on despite the rain.
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