hold a candle for

English

Verb

hold a candle for (third-person singular simple present holds a candle for, present participle holding a candle for, simple past and past participle held a candle for)

  1. To feel romantic attraction for.
    • 2014, Rachael Johns, Tease Me, Cowboy:
      Despite Dawson now having the starring role, she still held a candle for her celebrity crush.

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