What does"carry on" mean here?
context: But I am going to save you, and I want you to quiet down immediately. You're carrying on in a childish way. Stop your crying! I can't stand hysterics."

What does"carry on" mean here?

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What does"carry on" mean here?
context: But I am going to save you, and I want you to quiet down immediately.  You're carrying on in a childish way.  Stop your crying!  I can't stand hysterics."

What does"carry on" mean here?

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As in this case, one can guess the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases from context. Here "carry on" means to behave in such a manner as to attract attention.

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"carrying on" here refers to time ( "continuing" to behave like a child ).