carry off

US /ˈkæri ɔf/
UK /ˈkæri ɔf/
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1.

to succeed in doing something difficult

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She managed to carry off the difficult role with great skill.
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It was a risky plan, but they carried it off perfectly.
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accomplishpull offachieveexecutesucceed
2.

to win a prize or competition

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The team managed to carry off the championship despite early setbacks.
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He hoped to carry off the first prize in the art competition.
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winsecuregainclinch
3.

to remove something by carrying it away

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The strong winds threatened to carry off the roof of the old house.
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The thief tried to carry off the valuable painting.
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removetake awaystealabduct
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carrycarry oncarry outcarry overcarry-outcash and carrycarry forward