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carrie

Pronunciation: [ˈkæri]

Word

Context: “name”

(noun) Carrie is a common name for girls. It's often used as a standalone name and can also be a nickname for names like Caroline or Carolyn. Many people named Carrie may have happy memories associated with their name.

Example

Carrie loves to play soccer with her friends.

Example

There is no one named Carrie in my class this year.

Example

Is Carrie coming to the party?

Context: “literature”

(noun) Carrie is also the title of a famous horror novel by Stephen King about a girl with special powers. It explores themes of bullying and revenge, and many people enjoy the story for its suspense.

Example

I just finished reading 'Carrie', and I couldn't put it down!

Example

I didn’t like 'Carrie' because it was too scary for me.

Example

Have you ever read the book 'Carrie' by Stephen King?

Context: “transportation”

(verb) To carry means to hold something and move it from one place to another. Like when you take your backpack to school, you're carrying it with you.

Example

She carried the groceries into the house.

Example

He didn't carry his lunchbox to school today.

Example

Can you carry this box for me?

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