CARRIES Synonyms: 185 Similar and Opposite Words

carries

verb

present tense third-person singular of carry

as in hauls

to support and take from one place to another each camper must be able to carry his or her own backpack

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as in packs

to wear or have on one's person I always carry a camera with me so as to never miss a great shot

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as in offers

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 includes

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 sustains

to hold up or serve as a foundation for erected a trellis to carry the vine

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as in earns

to receive as return for effort carried off the award for best picture of the year

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as in behaves

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 carries The Cherry Creek Arch Bridge carries State Highway 83 through the canyon, linking communities from Parker to Colorado Springs. — Karen Leigh, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026 Felix Jimenez, 38, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine, a charge that carries a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison, but can be up to 40 years, according to federal authorities. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 The nightjar carries it lightly But the world’s heavy as a lamp in a gale. — Rowan Ricardo Phillips, The New York Review of Books, 1 Aug. 2026 The 6-1 decision further clouds the future of the 73-year-old pipeline owned by Canadian energy transportation company Enbridge that carries petroleum from Superior, Wisconsin, to Sarnia, Ontario. — Jeffrey Collins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026 What none of that settles is whether a tokenized share carries ownership or only a price. — Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The partnership therefore carries both domestic and strategic importance. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026 That season, Samuel had 77 receptions for 1,405 yards and six touchdowns, plus 59 carries for 365 yards and eight touchdowns on the ground, earning first-team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors. — Matt Barrows, New York Times, 31 July 2026 The charge Dumarce faces carries a maximum of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

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Verb

Even if the House hauls the budget resolution forward, Johnson’s strategy faces uncertainty in the Senate.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 July 2026
Having already been booked for a foul on Brobbey, Fofana hauls down Wilson Isidor and earns his club’s eighth red card of the Premier League season.

— Andy Naylor, New York Times, 24 May 2026

Definition of hauls

Verb

While the differences between NYC and PGH are vast, this small city packs a lot more punch that people might think.

— Tessa Petak, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
But its owner, Hiro Yonekawa, packs way more into its two rooms, which are full of mostly vintage clothes like mint Burberry trenches (for around $300), graphic tees, men’s dress shirts and women’s tops, hats and handbags.

— New York Times, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Definition of packs

Verb

Set on a leafy half acre of land, this lovely cottage is less than two miles away from the beach and offers a scenic back deck complete with chaise lounges, an outdoor shower, and a dining table for six.

— Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
And, with a rate hike looming for the weeks ahead, now could actually be a smart time to shop around to see which offers you qualify for.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of offers

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James' decision to run for governor left open his seat in the 10th District, which includes a portion of Oakland County and stretches across conservative communities in Macomb County.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
The event includes tailgate games and interactive experiences on the field, a DJ and autographs from coach Brent Key and Tech players.

— Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of includes

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The track nearly earns BTS its ninth champion on the worldwide roster, but the South Korean superstars are blocked by Shakira and Burna Boy.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
His salary has risen over time, so with the fulfilment of various bonuses — such as winning FIFA’s The Best award in 2024 — Vinicius Jr earns around €18m net per season.

— James McNicholas, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of earns

Verb

The result is a business that looks like services in terms of customer experience but increasingly behaves like software in terms of margins.

— Arthur Mouratov, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Roseville Police Department Residents are being urged to keep their distance and call authorities if the bear behaves aggressively or poses an immediate threat.

— Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of behaves

Verb

The storm system brings the chance of some hail and damaging winds throughout the evening.

— Christa Swanson, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Mecklenburg County this year also invited the neighborhood to participate in its inaugural Meck Fest, a series that brings free food, music and activities to smaller community parks.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026