carry on war
Example Sentences
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Would it be possible for governments to carry on war if they depended for support on the uncertain opinion of every individual?
From War Inconsistent with the Religion of Jesus Christ by Dodge, David Low
On the other hand, it was necessary to carry on war at 3,000 miles distance from the base of supplies, and to feed and clothe the armies entirely from home.
From The Wars Between England and America by Smith, T. C.
They came to me, and entered fully into my object; and it was decided that we should go on immediately to the fortress where those who wished to carry on war had intrenched themselves.
From The Old Helmet, Volume II by Warner, Susan
"Act in this way," said Beroes, "let him carry on war who wishes, but not in those regions where he can meet Assyria."
From The Pharaoh and the Priest An Historical Novel of Ancient Egypt by Curtin, Jeremiah
We wish peace and it occurs to him to carry on war at his own expense with our ally.
From The Golden Age in Transylvania by Jókai, Mór
