Carry off

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verb

To do something successfully, especially something that requires confidence or skill.

It was a difficult task, but she managed to carry it off.
Visual representation of "carry off" - To do something successfully, especially something that requires confidence or skill.

Often appears as...

  • carry off a performance
  • carry off a task
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Confidence Needed

Use 'carry off' when someone completes a task with confidence and style.

Illustration for Confidence Needed
He carried off his presentation with such ease, it impressed everyone.
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Positive Outcome

'Carry off' suggests a task ended successfully, despite its difficulty.

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She carried off the negotiations so well, we got more than we asked for.
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Skillful Execution

Use 'carry off' to compliment someone's ability to skillfully complete something.

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Alex carried off the role of Hamlet with great skill.
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