the motion carries
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- After a short debate, the motion carries with an overwhelming majority.
- If the motion carries, we will proceed with the new policy.
- A simple majority is all that is needed for the motion to carry.
- Everyone hoped the motion would carry despite strong opposition.
- By a show of hands, the motion carried unanimously.
- The chairperson announced that the motion had carried and the discussion was closed.
- Do you think the motion will carry in today's vote?
- Against expectations, the motion surprisingly carried by a single vote.
- Should the motion carry, significant changes will be implemented.
- The committee needed to ensure the motion would carry before bringing it to a full assembly.