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to carry off
[phrase form: carry]
01
to handle or manage something, often perceived as difficult or challenging, successfully or with confidence
02
(of an illness) to cause the death of a person or many people
03
to successfully win a prize or competition
04
to move something away from a place
05
to commit theft or abduction
06
to successfully achieve a certain appearance or style
carry off
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Example
The CEO's charisma and vision helped him carry off the challenging task of restructuring the company.
She wasn't sure if she could carry off the lead role in the play, but her performance was outstanding.
Despite the technical challenges, the musician carried off the concert with flawless execution.
The magician's ability to carry off his tricks left the audience in awe.
The chef's expertise allowed him to carry off the cooking demonstration despite unexpected ingredient substitutions.
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