Definitions

carry the ball

VERB

assume the leading role

Synonyms

WEAK

bear the burden carry on carry one's weight carry through do one's part make go perform

Example Sentences

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But failure to take their chances, a hesitant attacking style – carry the ball to 10 metres out, then hope for the best – and regular individual errors in defence cost them dear.

From BBC

With his ability to carry the ball forward, and with his socks rolled down to his ankles, he picked up the nickname 'the Guernsey Grealish', a nod to Manchester City and England attacking midfielder Jack Grealish.

From BBC

“I might have to carry the ball some,” Riley quipped during NBC’s broadcast.

From Los Angeles Times

When USC was without its top two backs for the Las Vegas Bowl in December, Jackson stepped in to carry the ball 16 times for 66 yards and a touchdown.

From Los Angeles Times

Botterman's scrummaging has improved under Mitchell to earn a regular starting spot, but it is her ability to make turnovers and carry the ball into heavy traffic that are her foremost strengths.

From BBC