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to carry
Ichidan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to wear (a sword, decoration, etc.)
  2. 2. to carry
  3. 3. to be entrusted with (a mission)
  4. 4. to have (a quality, property, etc.)
This verb means to take on a certain quality, color, tone, or nuance, such as a situation taking on a dangerous tone or a light taking on a reddish hue. It is often used in more formal or literary contexts to describe something gradually acquiring a particular characteristic.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Members of the unit are required to carry a firearm while on duty.

Sentence 2

The debate gradually took on a hostile edge.

Sentence 3

I wore my grandfather's heirloom sword for a photo.

Sentence 4

My father strapped on an old sword at the door and headed out.

Sentence 5

At the venue entrance, a security guard stood with a pistol at his side.