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E. Cobham Brewer 1810–1897. Dictionary of Phrase and Fable. 1898.
 
Carry out one’s Bat (To).
 
A cricketer is said to carry out his bat when he is not “out” at the close of the game.   1
 


 Carry Out (To)Carry Swords! 

 
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