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is carrying

  • present progressive of carry (3rd person singular).

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The US is carrying out its own lunar exploration program, hoping to beat China to the punch.

From Barron's Jul. 28, 2026

"It's tough work... the hardest part is carrying the seaweed back. It's very heavy and your shoulders ache afterwards."

From Barron's Jun. 30, 2026

She is carrying on the legacy of Philadelphia as not just a great music city, but a city rich in history and heavily influenced by those that came before them.

From Salon Jun. 5, 2026

Islam, whose Bangladesh-owned ship the Banglar Joyjatra is carrying about 37,000 tonnes of fertiliser bound for South Africa, has twice tried to leave in the months since.

From BBC Jun. 2, 2026

Denny is carrying a cardboard poster tube under his arm.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila