as in wagons
a wheeled usually horse-drawn vehicle used for hauling
a cart piled up with hay
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as in hauls
to support and take from one place to another
carted a knapsack filled with books from class to class
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Recent Examples of carts
Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Ottomans deployed field artillery and Janissary infantry armed with matchlocks in a defensive formation called tabur jangi, in which carts and wagons were used to build barricades on the battlefield.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Bring your pastry to Marine Parade’s public lawns for a lakeside lunch in view of street performers, snack carts and thrill ride hawkers.
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
For example, the official city yard waste carts, which have bright green lids and are available for purchase, can hold up to 200 pounds of weight, while all other containers or bundles have a 50 pound weight limit.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In the months since The Merc closed its doors to the public, the shelves and carts that KCK residents once used during their grocery runs have remained on site.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
Chairs are $65, couches are $99 and luggage carts are $350.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
Extra iPads would also need to be purchased for library and computer science use, which require their own carts for scheduling reasons.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
With many of these debut collections available, the season’s standout pieces are making their way into carts—from prized accessories (new Bottega bags and Balenciaga shoes) to chic ready-to-wear (think statement dresses from Proenza Schouler and Celine jeans).
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Vassi Chamberlain, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2020
Noun
Following the game, Tidwell and Susac both hopped in laundry carts in the Giants’ clubhouse and were showered with beer by their teammates to celebrate their respective milestones.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2026
The Ottomans deployed field artillery and Janissary infantry armed with matchlocks in a defensive formation called tabur jangi, in which carts and wagons were used to build barricades on the battlefield.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
Bring your pastry to Marine Parade’s public lawns for a lakeside lunch in view of street performers, snack carts and thrill ride hawkers.
—New York Times, 2 Apr. 2026
For example, the official city yard waste carts, which have bright green lids and are available for purchase, can hold up to 200 pounds of weight, while all other containers or bundles have a 50 pound weight limit.
—Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 1 Apr. 2026
In the months since The Merc closed its doors to the public, the shelves and carts that KCK residents once used during their grocery runs have remained on site.
—Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2026
Chairs are $65, couches are $99 and luggage carts are $350.
—Madeleine Wright, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
Extra iPads would also need to be purchased for library and computer science use, which require their own carts for scheduling reasons.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
With many of these debut collections available, the season’s standout pieces are making their way into carts—from prized accessories (new Bottega bags and Balenciaga shoes) to chic ready-to-wear (think statement dresses from Proenza Schouler and Celine jeans).
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Everyone carts their own parasols, chairs, and towels up the path.
—Vassi Chamberlain, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carts
Noun
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From a quick trip to the park to a weekend away, Keenz wagons offer style and comfort.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Ottomans deployed field artillery and Janissary infantry armed with matchlocks in a defensive formation called tabur jangi, in which carts and wagons were used to build barricades on the battlefield.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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After lowering the helicopter to the water's surface, a flight crew member grabs the dog and hauls the pet aboard.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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If your truck regularly hauls gravel, dirt, or furniture, the drawers eat up a lot of bed volume.—
Graham Averill,
Outside,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Even the train that transports visitors down a drift during tours had to be replaced with a similar vehicle.—
Jay Gabler,
Twin Cities,
4 Apr. 2026
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Hero of the Seas also features Royal Railway – Hero Station, which transports diners to new destinations through world cuisine in an immersive train car setting.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Iran has effectively halted trade traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, the maritime trade route that ferries roughly 20% of the world’s petroleum.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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The whippet-fast lift system got even more efficient this season with the introduction of the Explorer Gondola, the world’s speediest 10-person gondola that ferries skiers from base to peak on heated seats.—
Amy Tara Koch,
Robb Report,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The aircraft is a variation of the Air Force fighter jet that carries a pilot and weapons system officer.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2026
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The aircraft is a variation of the Air Force fighter jet that carries a pilot and a weapons system officer.—
Sam Mednick,
Fortune,
4 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Our expert take The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card packs a punch for a $95 annual fee card, offering annual travel credits, comprehensive travel protections and more.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
6 Apr. 2026
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Orgain Creamy Chocolate Fudge Organic Protein Boost Powder This $15 protein powder packs 21 grams of protein per 130-calorie (two-scoop) serving, which is nearly half the FDA’s recommended daily protein intake of 50 grams.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Carts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carts. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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