“carry the”

The following 4 entries include the term carry the.

carry the ball

phrase

: to perform or assume the chief role : bear the major portion of work or responsibility

carry the day

phrase

carry the can

phrase

: to accept blame or responsibility for something that one did not cause

carry the weight of the world on one's shoulders

phrase

: to feel much pressure because one has great responsibilities


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