Keep the flag flying

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To continue doing something, especially to prevent failure or to continue having success.

Despite the many challenges her business faced, she was determined to keep the flag flying.
Visual representation of "keep the flag flying" - To continue doing something, especially to prevent failure or to continue having success

Often appears as...

  • keep the flag flying high
  • determined to keep the flag flying

Usage tips

Approving

Idiomatic

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Persistence Symbol

It expresses determination to continue, against odds or hardships.

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The team's efforts to keep the flag flying inspired the whole town during the crisis.
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Success Continuation

Used when someone persists in actions to maintain success.

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After the award, she worked harder to keep the flag flying.
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Not Literal

The phrase doesn't involve an actual flag but symbolizes an ongoing effort.

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His recovery from injury showed he would keep the flag flying.
Visual representation of the word "Keep the flag flying"

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