carry over
Example Sentences
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"The biggest worry was that they were going to suffocate in the smoke, but the smoke did carry over them," he said, confirming the animals had survived.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
So, people who take time to write reviews on the weekend seem to feel more socially isolated, and their negative feelings carry over to what they say about products, services or companies, the researchers say.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026
Early in the planning process, the museum surveyed local community members and museumgoers about which features should carry over to the new design.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
The symptoms of muscle tension dysphonia tend to carry over into laughing, singing, and changing the pitch of one’s voice.
From Slate ● Apr. 18, 2026
She raised her voice, hoping it would carry over the fields.
From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan
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