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as in hauling
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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as in packing
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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as in offering
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 including
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 sustaining
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
erected a trellis to carry the vine
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as in earning
to receive as return for effort
carried off the award for best picture of the year
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as in behaving
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 carrying
Behind him, in single file, trailed a troop of men and women carrying decades-old L1A1 and Lee-Enfield rifles.
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Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
The system relied on an 11-parachute sequence to safely decelerate the capsule carrying a crew of four astronauts from over 25,000 mph in space to a gentle 20 mph splashdown.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
What if that 2023 mystery plane really was carrying Shohei Ohtani to Toronto?
—Chad Jennings, New York Times, 29 May 2026
During that third flight, carrying the Blue Bird 7 satellite, an upper stage issue caused the mission to fail.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Johnson, the second batter of the frame, hit a long fly ball to right field that kept carrying and scratched the wall as Jarrod Hocking attempted to rob it.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 29 May 2026
On Monday, Lemieux was honored at Montreal’s Bell Centre, carrying a ceremonial torch onto the ice before Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final between the Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Thailand’s core offering to international producers is a 30% cash rebate that Kangvalkulkij describes as carrying no spending cap and no cultural test – meaning productions are not required to incorporate Thai content.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
Students were often assigned a military rank and awarded promotions, like the 13-year-old cadet major carrying a swagger stick in a 1930 ad for the Page Military Academy in Los Angeles.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Dhruv Tikekar, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
The system relied on an 11-parachute sequence to safely decelerate the capsule carrying a crew of four astronauts from over 25,000 mph in space to a gentle 20 mph splashdown.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
What if that 2023 mystery plane really was carrying Shohei Ohtani to Toronto?
—Chad Jennings, New York Times, 29 May 2026
During that third flight, carrying the Blue Bird 7 satellite, an upper stage issue caused the mission to fail.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Johnson, the second batter of the frame, hit a long fly ball to right field that kept carrying and scratched the wall as Jarrod Hocking attempted to rob it.
—Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 29 May 2026
On Monday, Lemieux was honored at Montreal’s Bell Centre, carrying a ceremonial torch onto the ice before Game 3 of the Eastern Conference final between the Canadiens and Carolina Hurricanes.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Thailand’s core offering to international producers is a 30% cash rebate that Kangvalkulkij describes as carrying no spending cap and no cultural test – meaning productions are not required to incorporate Thai content.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 May 2026
Students were often assigned a military rank and awarded promotions, like the 13-year-old cadet major carrying a swagger stick in a 1930 ad for the Page Military Academy in Los Angeles.
—Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for carrying
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On an island where heroism is embedded in everyday acts of hauling vines up terraces, rebuilding after raids, quietly helping strangers in the night, the label itself feels unnecessary.—
Valentina Di Donato,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Investigators said a big rig traveling westbound was hauling a tank full of water when the driver lost control and crashed into the center divider, causing the tank trailer to separate from the truck and cross into the eastbound lanes.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Keep scrolling for even more vacation-ready finds that’ll make packing for summer trips a whole lot easier — and, more importantly, far less expensive.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Originally a sweet rice fritter served with café au lait, Muhammad turned it savory, packing his batter with salmon for a more substantial bite.—
Jessi Roti,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 June 2026
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The hotel occupies 12 floors of a 42-story tower, offering 277 guest rooms and suites along with 15,000 square feet of event space.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Thursday’s practice at Halas Hall was open to reporters, offering an opportunity to put the magnifying glass over a handful of key topics.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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The rescue caps off the busiest season ever on Everest with more than 1,000 climbers summiting the mountain’s south side, including a record 274 in a single day on May 20.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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NellaSpec also offers a reusable option for clinical settings that is now in hospitals including the Cleveland Clinic, UC Systems, Kaiser, and Columbia, and the cost is part of the exam, according to the company.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Her hyperfocus on the leaf raises questions that extend far beyond the kitchen, inviting an inquiry into the banana plant’s movement across geographies and its role in sustaining cultural traditions.—
Sophia Rey,
JSTOR Daily,
28 May 2026
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Emotionally cornered and spiritually exhausted, Anatoly at last lets everything rupture to the surface, sustaining the anthem's climactic note for over 20 seconds.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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However, the new deduction limitation on top-earning individuals now applies to trusts and estates, according to a footnote in the Joint Committee on Taxation's recent tax explainer, better known as the Bluebook.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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This will allow savers to keep their money gathered in one location while also being able to pay expenses, all while earning close to $4 for every $100 deposited.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Each individual is behaving sensibly.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Sure, teenagers behaving badly in groups is hardly a new thing.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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Baoase is also transporting, as any memorable hotel should be, with a strong Asian-esque design that includes ubiquitous Balinese Hindu statues, idols, and sculptures, and a reliance on simplicity over dazzle.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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One such prize, the Nancy, was transporting 2,000 muskets, 30 tons of musket balls and a massive 15-inch brass mortar – supplies the American army desperately needed for the war effort.—
Christopher Magra,
The Conversation,
2 June 2026
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“Carrying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carrying. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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