as in to carry
to support and take from one place to another
toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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Recent Examples of tote
Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Videos captured the scene, which included people blowing whistles and horns, and neighbors screaming at more than a dozen gun-toting agents to leave Thao's family alone.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Perfect for carrying daily must-haves and any bouquets or other gardening supplies your recipient may pick up in the future, the tote is made from durable canvas and is medium-sized with long handles for easy carrying.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Verb
And this year, his mom, Rosie, got to witness her son win the Masters for a second time, all while toting around a custom purse with a 2025 newspaper article announcing his career slam printed on it.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 13 Apr. 2026
Videos captured the scene, which included people blowing whistles and horns, and neighbors screaming at more than a dozen gun-toting agents to leave Thao's family alone.
—Wcco Staff, CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026
Noun
Made of supple Italian leather, this unlined tote boasts a soft suede interior and comes with a large detachable zipper pouch that doubles as a wallet.
—Christina Shepherd McGuire, PEOPLE, 23 Apr. 2026
Perfect for carrying daily must-haves and any bouquets or other gardening supplies your recipient may pick up in the future, the tote is made from durable canvas and is medium-sized with long handles for easy carrying.
—Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tote
Verb
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That projection is based on the player’s performance in each metric over the last three seasons (five for goalies), weighted for recency where more recent seasons carry more significance and regressed to the mean.—
Dom Luszczyszyn,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Moon amplifies Jupiter, helping your words land clearly and carry weight.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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At just $154, this designer-quality satchel immediately caught my attention.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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According to Worley, a handgun was found in the satchel, and a knife was recovered from the man.—
Bryant Reed,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The new law, which took effect in October, requires tow truck companies to give owners notice before hauling away a car for minor issues like failing to display an apartment complex’s parking permit or parking in the wrong space.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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The new law, which took effect in October, requires tow truck companies to give owners notice before hauling away a car for minor issues like failing to display an apartment complex’s parking permit or parking in the wrong space.—
Ginny Monk,
ProPublica,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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An insulated delivery bag or backpack Notably, where freelancers wanting to deliver with a car also need auto insurance and a driver’s license, these requirements are waived for those delivering on two wheels.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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Every once in a while, the TV would display the now ubiquitous images of Suspect One and Suspect Two, who had been caught by surveillance cameras, wearing backpacks and strolling near the finish line moments before the explosions.—
Saïd Sayrafiezadeh,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Allen has been charged not only with attempting to assassinate a president, but also with transporting a gun and ammunition to commit a felony and firing a gun during a violent crime.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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The others on board, including the boat operator, were transported to a hospital for treatment.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Since then, numerous gloves have been found scattered near the main drag as well as a knapsack sold at Walmart.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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My trusty knapsack has come with me on European adventures and weekend trips, but sadly, it’s begun to show signs of wear and tear after years of regular use.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Whichever lander ends up being selected for Artemis IV would rendezvous with NASA astronauts aboard an Orion vehicle in lunar orbit and then ferry them to the surface.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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There are also abundant private cars with gracious Balinese drivers who will happily be on call to ferry you around the island, many of whom double as casual tour guides.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Energy drinks and nicotine pouches help people stay alert and sharpen focus when that morning coffee caffeine jolt isn't enough.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The drawstring pouch, formally known as the reticule, is widely considered one of the first-ever handbags.—
Andrea Zendejas,
Vogue,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Tote.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tote. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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