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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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Recent Examples of carry
Judge Maxwell Wiley’s decision will let jurors deliberate a charge of criminally negligent homicide, which carries a lighter punishment.
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Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
Many have speculated Sky will attempt to carry Max exclusively — despite the current legal issues between the company and HBO — but our Co-Business Ed Dade Hayes wrote an intriguing counterpoint piece this week.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
This marks the show’s return to FOX, which carried the show from its 1990 inaugural broadcast through 2006.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024
Brian Hudson of Fayetteville carries his daughter, Sedona Hudson-Deputy, 2, Friday during the ceremonial flipping of the light switch for the 31st season of Lights of the Ozarks on the Fayetteville downtown square.
—J.t. Wampler, arkansasonline.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
Many have speculated Sky will attempt to carry Max exclusively — despite the current legal issues between the company and HBO — but our Co-Business Ed Dade Hayes wrote an intriguing counterpoint piece this week.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
This marks the show’s return to FOX, which carried the show from its 1990 inaugural broadcast through 2006.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 6 Dec. 2024
Brian Hudson of Fayetteville carries his daughter, Sedona Hudson-Deputy, 2, Friday during the ceremonial flipping of the light switch for the 31st season of Lights of the Ozarks on the Fayetteville downtown square.
—J.t. Wampler, arkansasonline.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Her job requires technical expertise in hydraulics, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs — plus the stamina to haul 50 pounds of gear up narrow ladders in all kinds of weather.Morgan Smith, CNBC, 27 Nov. 2024
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Casado was cautioned for hauling down Gonzalez in the 75th minute and was shown a second yellow for an off-the-ball challenge on Ilaix Moriba seven minutes later.Laia Cervelló Herrero, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
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Just look up: December's cosmic calendar is packed with two meteor showers—the Geminids and Ursids—and the best view of Jupiter visible to the naked eye until 2026.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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Some travelers are packing minimally to avoid baggage fees, while others are choosing less desirable seats or accommodations.Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
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The elastic waistband makes for a comfortable yet supportive feel, and the adjustable cord offers a customizable fit.Averi Baudler, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Yes, the New York Mets offered the most money, and although neither Soto nor Boras will say it, that’s as primary a factor as any in his decision to sign with the Mets.Tim Britton, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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Local human rights groups have said more than 100 people, the majority between 60 and 80 years old including Vodou religious leaders, were killed on Friday and Saturday in the community of Cité-Soleil by a gang leader seeking to avenge his son's death.EVENS SANON THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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D’Angelo Russell missed each of his four shots in the fourth quarter — including three open three-pointers.Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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With the help of American biologist Lynn Margulis, however, Lovelock would develop and sustain the idea that organic and inorganic elements of the planet contributed to a global, self-regulating being.Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
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The suspect sustained life-threatening injuries and has since died at the hospital, Wilson said Sunday afternoon, adding that the homeowner is cooperating with police.Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 8 Dec. 2024
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According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress Transcript Study in 2019, national grade point averages, high school credits earned, and advanced/AP/IB courses taken are all on the rise.Bonnie Kleffman, Austin American-Statesman, 6 Dec. 2024
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But that path is now closing: today, only 21% of workers earning six figures lack a college degree.Preston Cooper, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Autism spectrum disorder is a neurological and developmental disorder affecting how people communicate, interact with others, learn and behave.Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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Waymo — and indeed the entire autonomous vehicle industry — has been under intense scrutiny, especially around how its driverless cars behave around police, fire, and other emergency responders.Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Dec. 2024
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Both officers were transported to the hospital, where 23-year-old Briese succumbed to his injuries.Perry Vandell, The Arizona Republic, 7 Dec. 2024
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The bus driver was injured, too, and was transported to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.Liam Rappleye, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Carry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carry. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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