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carries out

VERB

complete activity

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accomplish achieve execute finalize implement perform realize

WEAK

carry through consummate discharge effect effectuate fulfill meet

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon fail halt ignore lose miss neglect stop

WEAK

leave not finish

Example Sentences

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Footpaths remain open and diversions have been put in place while contractor Clancy carries out the work.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Argentine President Javier Milei has watched his poll numbers plunge as he carries out a painful economic overhaul.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

In that role, the state superintendent oversees the preparation of reports to the state board and carries out its policies.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

"MADMAX carries out a similar experiment on a much larger and more complex scale, and we benefited from their expertise and support."

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Fernando carries out a framing nailer and an orbital sander and other tools with gears and handles and sharp edges.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio