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Being, or having been, transported
“The convention contains special provisions on the liability of the carrier for the carried goods.”
In transit or in the process of being transported to a given destination
To have carried or brought along with
“There just weren't enough ships to carry everyone to their preferred destinations.”
To have comprised of, as part of a whole
“The crime of espionage will carry with it the death penalty.”
To have endured or tolerated
“The people who carry the biggest responsibility should receive the largest remuneration.”
Past tense for to lift or support the weight of (someone or something)
“He would carry the large sack of potatoes on his back.”
Past tense for to persuade (others) to support one's policy
“He lost, failing even to carry the voters who elected him twice as mayor.”
Past tense for to support the weight of
“The bridge was built to carry heavy loads.”
Past tense for to be pregnant with
“She was said to carry twins at the time of the incident.”
Past tense for to stand and move in a specified way
“Equally important is how staff carry themselves, their posture, and how they groom themselves.”
Past tense for to be known or marked by
“The trains, which all carry the name Thameslink Cityflier, were expected to offer a full service by today.”
(of a shop) Past tense for to keep a regular stock of (goods for sale)
“The grocery stores should carry everything you need for your carrot cake.”
Past tense for to spread over a wide area or from one person to another
“Check for ticks often, because they carry several harmful diseases.”
Past tense for to approve (a proposed measure) by a majority of votes
“The motion that all negotiations be broken off was carried with nine votes for and three against.”
(of a sound or voice) Past tense for to travel a certain distance or reach a specified point
“The General's booming voice would carry to the far reaches of the base.”
Past tense for to gain (a state or district) in an election
“This will not help the president carry the state in the general election.”
(media) Past tense for to publish or broadcast
“Networks that carry investigative programs should be given more leeway to pursue stories at different levels.”
Past tense for to receive as a return for effort
“The film would carry off the award for Best Picture of the Year.”
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