Usually means: Transfer responsibility to another person.
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  1. pass the torch, pass the torch (on): Merriam-Webster
  2. pass the torch: Wiktionary
  3. pass the torch: Dictionary.com
  4. pass the torch: TheFreeDictionary.com

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  1. pass the torch: Idioms

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Definitions from Wiktionary (pass the torch)

▸ verb:  (figuratively, idiomatic) To transfer responsibility.

Similar:
pass the mantle, hand off, pass on, carry over, pick up the mantle, turn over, carry the mantle, hand on, pass down, take up the mantle, more...

Opposite:
keep torch, hold onto torch, retain torch

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Similar:
pass the mantle, hand off, pass on, carry over, pick up the mantle, turn over, carry the mantle, hand on, pass down, take up the mantle, more...

Opposite:
keep torch, hold onto torch, retain torch



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