How to Pronounce "carry the ball"
expression
KAIR-ee thuh BAWL
KARR-ee thuh BAWL
Definition
To take responsibility for leading a project or task, or to be in charge of making sure something is completed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɔɫ
British English
kˈæɹi/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAIR-ee thuh BAWL
UK
KARR-ee thuh BAWL
Listen in Context
She is ready to carry the ball on this project.
It's your turn to carry the ball.
We need someone to carry the ball for this event.
When the boss got sick, Tina had to carry the ball and finish the presentation.