carry

verb

ˈker-ē How to pronounce carry (audio)
Definition of carrynext
1
as in to haul
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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2
as in to pack
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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3
as in to offer
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 to include
to have as part of a whole the idea of equality carries with it a number of other concepts

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5
as in to sustain
to hold up or serve as a foundation for erected a trellis to carry the vine

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

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as in to behave
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 carry At the same time, a mix of John Harbaugh and Greg Roman already carried committee-backfield risk, and Harris is now in tow. — Jess Bryant, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 Utility crews are working to shore up main pipes that carry sewage 8-10 feet below the original creek bed. — John Tufts, IndyStar, 19 Aug. 2026 Arlington firefighter Brady Weaver was shot in the line of duty and still carries a bullet in his body. — Ginger Allen, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026 The surgery comes after months of conflict between the couple and McKenna West, the Alaska woman who carried their baby as a surrogate. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for carry
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carry
  1. haul
  2. pack
  3. offer
  4. include
  5. sustain
  6. earn
  7. behave
  8. transport
Verb
  • What remains of the trade are 25,000 American horses, gathered up by kill buyers and hauled to slaughter plants across our northern and southern borders.
    — Wayne Pacelle, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Over several weeks, crews physically unbolted and hauled out heavy machinery, dragging thousands of tons of steel out the door.
    — Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of haul
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  • The trucks wait until all those in the area are ready before traveling in convoys to packing plants, accompanied by police patrols to prevent robberies.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Espi joins a Madrid squad packed with stars, including Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham and headline summer signings such as Yan Diomande, who joined in a deal worth up to €140million.
    — Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of pack
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  • Georgia’s public universities can now offer a three-year alternative.
    — Jason Armesto, AJC.com, 22 Aug. 2026
  • For something more laid‑back, Giardino Restaurant sits under century‑old pines on an ancient stone terrace, offering a relaxed but memorable lunch experience.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of offer
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  • Other Dayton-area businesses — including a Lego store and a root beer shop — temporarily altered their logos to include beavers in a show of solidarity.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Authorities have introduced new rules in recent years, including a cap on the maximum number of climbers per day and requiring them to take a brief class about hiking safety.
    — Chris Lau, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of include
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  • North Korea’s willingness to sustain such losses reflects the reach of Russia’s global alliances and Moscow’s need for extra manpower.
    — Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The family’s attendance streak will become harder to sustain.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of sustain
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  • The curation is spot on, and every piece has earned its place.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Berti eventually became a valuable utility player with the Miami Marlins, earning recognition for his defensive versatility and speed.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of earn
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  • Diagnoses of autism, a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate and behave, have increased roughly fivefold over the past couple of decades.
    — Amanda Seitz, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • That adaptability is important because the researchers found that traditional deterministic planning works well when everything behaves exactly as expected.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of behave
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  • Radiant says crews can transport Kaleidos by land, sea, or air.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
  • They’re transported to fantastical lands, rekindling their family bond through adventures.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
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