Drive on
verb phrase
To continue to do something, especially with determination or resolution.
Despite the obstacles, she decided to drive on and finish the project.

Often appears as...
- drive on despite
- drive on and finish
verb phrase
To press the accelerator of a vehicle and cause it to move forward.
He told me to drive on while he checked the map.

Often appears as...
- drive on the road
- drive on the freeway
verb phrase
To encourage or urge someone or something to move or go forward.
The coach cheered to drive on his team.

Often appears as...
- drive on the team
- drive on the group
verb phrase
To continue to do something, especially with determination or resolution.
Despite the obstacles, she decided to drive on and finish the project.

Often appears as...
- drive on despite
- drive on and finish
verb phrase
To press the accelerator of a vehicle and cause it to move forward.
He told me to drive on while he checked the map.

Often appears as...
- drive on the road
- drive on the freeway
verb phrase
To encourage or urge someone or something to move or go forward.
The coach cheered to drive on his team.

Often appears as...
- drive on the team
- drive on the group
Definition 1 of 3

Determination Nuance
Suggests persisting in a challenging situation or when facing adversity.

Even though the team was exhausted, they decided to drive on until the project met its goals.
Continued Effort
Implies continuous action, not stopping even if progress is slow.

His business was struggling, but he chose to drive on, hoping things would improve.
Task Completion
Emphasizes finishing an activity, not just ongoing effort.

She was tired, but she decided to drive on until her essay was completed.
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