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carriers

NOUN
one who carries or transmits something
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NOUN
a ship that carries airplanes
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There’s still a place for low-cost carriers, even if it’s getting tougher for them to compete.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

It’s not easy out there for budget airlines, but other low-cost carriers may be able to avoid Spirit Airlines’ fate.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

According to John Strickland of JLS Consulting, the price spike gives well-hedged low-cost carriers an advantage over rivals who have not bought so much fuel in advance.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Major carriers like American and United expect a significant financial impact from increased fuel expenses.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Hughie Smith, the middle-school drummer, beat his drum, and the poster carriers strode down Elm Street, headed for the bridge.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George