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CARRY OFF

(verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the phrase Carry Off.

Carry Off - as a verb

Be successful; achieve a goal

Example: "I managed to carry the box upstairs"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Remove from a certain place, environment, or mental or emotional state; transport into a new location or state

Example: "Their dreams carried the romantics away into distant lands"

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Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Kill in large numbers

Example: "The plague wiped out an entire population"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Example Sentences

"He tried to carry off the difficult dance moves with grace."
"We need a strong team to carry off this project successfully."
"The robbers managed to carry off the priceless artwork."
"She was able to carry off the victory despite facing tough competition."
"He tried to carry off the lie, but his nervousness betrayed him."
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