carry out

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Recent Examples of carry out In time, the duo realized the same was true across the whole of the MEP engineering domain, which is full of time-consuming processes that are currently carried out manually, often using multiple different software products. David Prosser, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Ukraine has carried out a highly successful midrange strike campaign that has disrupted Russian logistics and supply lines, further slowing the Russian military’s advance. Alexander Gabuev, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2026 Typically, their main business is carried out later in the window in the hope prices go down ahead of the deadline. Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Last works are always carried out against the clock, pieced and patched together as time and energy dwindle. Reed Jackson, SPIN, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for carry out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carry out
Verb
  • But this roadside stop actually specializes in Korean cuisine, which fulfilled owners Starrlite and David DeCook’s desire to bring more diversity to the area.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Graham is serving in an interim role to fulfill her brother's current term.
    ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • But goals like putting data centers in space would take multiple years, if not decades, to accomplish.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • With all due respect to what Yachty has accomplished in entertainment, he's never found his stride in this role.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • For many participants, Saturday marks their first opportunity to perform in front of a large audience alongside nationally touring artists.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • Data from the Learning Policy Institute shows students who perform poorly in math in middle school rarely suddenly improve in high school, since foundational understanding of mathematics is built in lower level middle school courses.
    Samuel O’Neal July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • Alternatively, take in views of a different sort on the islands of Møn and Nyord, both of which have achieved Dark Sky Park designation; at nighttime, their unpolluted skies light up with stars.
    Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Great leaders provide clear expectations and accountability while giving employees the freedom to determine how best to achieve those goals.
    Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Occhicone and Duckett were put to death by lethal injection at Florida State Prison, bringing the number of inmates executed this year to 12.
    Jim Turner, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • On Wednesday, the FBI executed a search at Dane Fine Art, a gallery based in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.
    Harrison Jacobs for ARTNews, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Verb
  • There’s not a whole lot that can be done to harden them against bombs and drones.
    David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The famed highway—which turns 100 this year—passes through bustling cities, natural landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions, so there’s plenty of things to see (and do) along the way.
    Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • That seems like a semantic difference that no one is really making.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Aug. 2026
  • For years, someone relied on them to make the decision, solve the problem, calm the client, or notice what everyone else had overlooked.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Fans booed when the squirrel was finally captured and carried off under a towel, but the team says the animal was released in fine health.
    Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2026
  • Shania Twain has performed in stadiums around the world and carried off not one but two Las Vegas residencies, but this summer, a smaller stage felt like a dream come true.
    Amanda Wicks, Pitchfork, 25 July 2026

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“Carry out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carry%20out. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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