press ahead
Keep going onward
To press ahead is to continue with determination despite obstacles or hesitation.
It suggests forward momentum maintained through difficulty: Despite the setbacks, they decided to press ahead with the project.
The phrase implies resolve—you press ahead when stopping or turning back might be easier.
- push forwardProceed with determination
- persistContinue firmly onward
- continueGo on without stopping
- stay the courseContinue despite difficulties
- march onContinue advancing steadily
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