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as in to offer
to bring before the public in performance or exhibition
all of the television networks will carry the president's speech
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as in to include
to have as part of a whole
the idea of equality carries with it a number of other concepts
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
carried off the award for best picture of the year
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as in to behave
to manage the actions of (oneself) in a particular way
during that difficult time the grieving parents carried themselves with unfailing grace and dignity
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Recent Examples of carry
The powerful currents of flash floods can carry drivers off the road.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Central had two players that had 20 or more carries with Martin picking up 129 yards on 22 carries and Taylor with 75 yards on 23 totes.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Sep. 2025
Running back Leshon Williams finished with 64 rushing yards on 10 carries.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Swann isn’t one for tucking the ball and running, attempting just nine carries for 46 yards.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Sep. 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Central had two players that had 20 or more carries with Martin picking up 129 yards on 22 carries and Taylor with 75 yards on 23 totes.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Sep. 2025
Running back Leshon Williams finished with 64 rushing yards on 10 carries.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
Swann isn’t one for tucking the ball and running, attempting just nine carries for 46 yards.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 27 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for carry
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While Alex is reeling from his discovery, Dwayne attacks him and hauls him away.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Historians said the materials used to build it, except for the stones, were hauled down to the canyon bottom by mule.—
Michael Salerno,
AZCentral.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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Nordstrom’s cold-weather section is packed with markdowns on must-have seasonal pieces, from stylish outerwear to versatile jeans.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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In reality, many of these foods are nutrient-packed and can support overall health when eaten as part of a balanced diet.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
26 Sep. 2025
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The parties have been in a standoff for days as Democrats, namely in the Senate, have refused to offer the necessary votes to pass a funding measure that would keep the government open beyond Tuesday.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Some offer free parking to casino rewards club members at certain status levels.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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David Rosenberg, founder of the economic and market insights firm Rosenberg Research, similarly highlighted flaws with the gauge, including the use of GDP, which includes government sector activity that isn’t tied to corporate profits or future earnings.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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That's on top of industry-wide concerns about changing regulations, including tariffs, and shifting dynamics in electric and autonomous vehicle strategies.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Exercise also promotes increased brain blood flow which helps sustain brain volume.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Sep. 2025
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The hip injury Tagovailoa sustained at Alabama, before getting drafted, extracted some velocity off his passes.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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Hendricks gave up three runs (two earned) in five innings, striking out eight with no walks.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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The powder boasts a natural finish and photo-friendly formula that behaved beautifully under the cameras of both weddings.—
Francesca Krempa,
StyleCaster,
30 Sep. 2025
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After a summer where player power and conduct dominated the transfer window talking points, Guehi demonstrated exactly how a professional should behave.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Ten gunshot victims have been transported to local hospitals at this time, including one who has been deceased.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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The victims were transported to nearby hospitals.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Carry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carry. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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