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carry

[ˈkæri]

carry Definition

  • 1to hold or support something while moving with it from one place to another
  • 2to take someone or something from one place to another
  • 3to have something with you all the time

Using carry: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carry" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was carrying a heavy bag of groceries.

  • Example

    Can you carry this box upstairs for me?

  • Example

    I always carry my phone with me.

carry Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for carry

Idioms Using carry

  • to take the blame or responsibility for something that has gone wrong

    Example

    The manager always makes his subordinates carry the can for any mistakes.

  • to have romantic feelings for someone who does not reciprocate those feelings

    Example

    He's been carrying a torch for her since high school, but she's never shown any interest in him.

  • to win or be successful in a competition or argument

    Example

    Despite being the underdog, the team carried the day with their impressive performance.

Phrases with carry

  • to continue doing something

    Example

    Despite the difficulties, we decided to carry on with our plan.

  • to do or complete a task or order

    Example

    The company will carry out an investigation into the incident.

  • to become overly excited or emotional about something

    Example

    The crowd was carried away by the singer's performance.

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Summary: carry in Brief

The verb 'carry' [ˈkæri] means to hold or support something while moving with it from one place to another, to take someone or something from one place to another, or to have something with you all the time. It is used in phrases like 'carry on,' meaning to continue doing something, and idioms like 'carry the can,' meaning to take the blame or responsibility for something that has gone wrong.

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