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carry forward

VERB
apply to next page, column, period, etc.
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This means, for example, they can deduct the cost of investment in developing projects against tax and carry forward those credits against future profits.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

"We want to carry forward a process of normalisation with Azerbaijan," the source said, adding: "Among the disagreements between our two countries is the fate of Martin Ryan."

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

And later this month, investors will turn to the “January barometer,” another indicator built around the idea that market strength or weakness early in the year can carry forward.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 3, 2026

Prime Minister Peres surged to a huge lead in the polls while pledging to carry forward Rabin’s legacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 28, 2025

This was the message we needed to carry forward.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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