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)
bring offmanage9negociateRemove 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"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bear awaybear offcarry awayHypernyms (Closely Related)
remove11take8withdraw18Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Kill in large numbers
Example: "The plague wiped out an entire population"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
annihilate13decimate13eliminate11eradicate12extinguish21wipe outExample 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."
