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as in carrying
to support and take from one place to another
there are shuttle buses to ferry visitors from the parking lots to the fairground
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as in sailing
to travel on water in a vessel
we're planning to ferry to several islands in the Lesser Antilles
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Recent Examples of ferrying
This casual transit boat offers sweeping waterfront views while ferrying you between coastal destinations.
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Kim Kay, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s where your pet comes in, ferrying worms across yards, sidewalks and fences to locations the flatworm could never reach on its own.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Rue has spent the past five years ferrying fentanyl across the Mexican border, working off her debt to stateside dealer Laurie (Martha Kelly).
—Alison Herman, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
During Superstorm Sandy, a fourteen-foot surge from the Hudson poured into the city, producing images of National Guardsmen in boats ferrying residents through waist-high water.
—Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
In addition, the orbiting lab is in low Earth orbit, within easy reach of cargo ships ferrying fruit, vegetables and other perishables.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
Dhaka, Bangladesh — Every day, Shakil Khan weaves his bike through the relentless traffic of Dhaka, delivering items and ferrying passengers across the city.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Kim Kay, Travel + Leisure, 9 Apr. 2026
That’s where your pet comes in, ferrying worms across yards, sidewalks and fences to locations the flatworm could never reach on its own.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Rue has spent the past five years ferrying fentanyl across the Mexican border, working off her debt to stateside dealer Laurie (Martha Kelly).
—Alison Herman, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
During Superstorm Sandy, a fourteen-foot surge from the Hudson poured into the city, producing images of National Guardsmen in boats ferrying residents through waist-high water.
—Eric Klinenberg, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
In addition, the orbiting lab is in low Earth orbit, within easy reach of cargo ships ferrying fruit, vegetables and other perishables.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
The military did not provide evidence that the vessel was ferrying drugs.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Mar. 2026
Dhaka, Bangladesh — Every day, Shakil Khan weaves his bike through the relentless traffic of Dhaka, delivering items and ferrying passengers across the city.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ferrying
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Notably, these shakedown attempts come more than 15 years after Michael’s death, thus carrying no risk of being sued for defamation.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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Asia-to-Europe or intra-Asia trade lanes often go through the strait, and vessels carrying cargo from other apparel manufacturing countries including Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Myanmar are likely using the passage.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Euphoria later resumed sailing toward the Gulf of Oman, according to Lloyd’s List.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Ships sailing the Great Lakes are also designed for expedition-style travel, with a focus on education, science, and environmental awareness.—
Elaine Rojas-Castillo,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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Villagers’ days are spent hauling water for themselves and their livestock.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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But instead of hauling a trailer, the cargo is one gigantic watermelon, with an adorable tail on the end.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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The boating forecast in South Florida on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.—
Lissette Gonzalez,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Forte Yachts hopped on the boating scene only last year, as a new endeavor from the folks at West Navaltech to focus on all things refined on the water.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2026
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Harshaw asked Drozd to order the federal agents guarding Mendoza Hernandez to allow him a half-hour meeting with his lawyer before transporting him again.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Last week, Mikie Sherrill, the governor of New Jersey, demanded that the soccer ruling body contribute to the cost of transporting fans to MetLife Stadium, where eight games will be played, including the final on July 19th.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Educators there quickly discovered her daughter was bright and began sending her to kindergarten for math and reading lessons.—
Moriah Balingit,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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Takaichi notably did not worship at Yasukuni personally, instead sending her offerings through an intermediary.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Ferrying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ferrying. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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