Meaning: To talk continuously and at length, often in a rambling or boring way.
* "The old man rattled on about his childhood, oblivious to the bored expressions on our faces."
* "She rattled on about her day, detailing every mundane detail of her commute and lunch break."
Meaning: To continue despite difficulties or setbacks.
* "Despite the setbacks, the team rattled on, determined to finish the project on time."
* "Despite the storm, the ship rattled on, its sails billowing in the wind."
Meaning: To make a series of clicking or rattling sounds.
* "The train rattled on down the tracks, its wheels echoing through the tunnel."
* "The old car rattled on, its engine sputtering and coughing."
Remember that "rattled on" is often used in a negative or humorous way, suggesting that the speaker is being tiresome or that the action is repetitive and possibly even annoying.