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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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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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According to The Tico Times, an English-language media organization based in Costa Rica, the bus carried more than 70 passengers.
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Audiences connect with human stories, and Noah’s journey carries a profoundly relevant message.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Feb. 2025
The charge of interfering with flight crew members carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
The Earth's upper crust contains around 3.5% iron, and dust generated on impact would carry these nutrients into the ocean, along with any additional iron that might be carried by the asteroid.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2025
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Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
Audiences connect with human stories, and Noah’s journey carries a profoundly relevant message.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 11 Feb. 2025
The charge of interfering with flight crew members carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 11 Feb. 2025
The Earth's upper crust contains around 3.5% iron, and dust generated on impact would carry these nutrients into the ocean, along with any additional iron that might be carried by the asteroid.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for carry
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Milk, which had been received there, is now being hauled to Winsted while other operations of the local plant remain unchanged.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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Several autonomous truck companies, including Aurora, Kodiak and Torc Robotics, are already hauling customer cargo on test routes.—
Joann Muller,
Axios,
4 Feb. 2025
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The weekend that was • Parts of the Northeast are waking up to more than a foot of snow Sunday morning, as a fast-moving winter storm, packing snow, sleet and ice, leaves more than 15 million people from the Midwest to the Northeast under winter alerts.—
Andrew Torgan,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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The samples should be packed with icepacks during shipping to the soil testing labs.—
Dr. Haiying Tao,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2025
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The preview offers us a first look at new characters Sophie Baek, Lady Araminta Gun, Rosamund Li, and Posy Li, while also giving us a look at our favorite returning cast members.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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The administration also initiated a Senior Expo and Pet Fest and offered various holiday events.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Exceptions include active duty members of the military, the U.S. Postal Service, workers described by OPM as being in immigration enforcement, public safety and national security, and select other positions.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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With the impending closure of Southwest News Media newspapers, including the Savage Pacer, the Savage City Council was forced to make a change to its official legal newspaper designation on April 15.—
Alex Malm,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Damage was sustained to four city garbage trucks and four businesses, including a Brooks Brothers store and a Chase Bank, the department said.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Today, its exhibits feature live animals, taxidermy specimens, recreations of the region’s former prairies and woodlands, and educational materials about sustaining the natural environment.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA TODAY,
10 Feb. 2025
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Over the years, De Silva’s presence at major fashion events has become undeniable, earning her a front-row seat at some of the hottest shows.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
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Prions behave differently than viruses and bacteria and are virtually impossible to eradicate.—
Jim Robbin,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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Both actors are clearly behaving well within the scope of the scene and with mutual respect and professionalism.—
Erin Keller,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
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One river trader, who typically transported his bananas by boat, told Nolte that he was forced to carry them overland in 104-degree heat.—
Alex Cuadros,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2025
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Trattoria Norina Nestled in a centuries-old building along a narrow alleyway, Norina offers a quintessential trattoria experience that transports diners back in time.—
Carissa & Dino Tozzi,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Carry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carry. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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