cumber

noun

Definition of cumbernext
as in burden

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  1. burden
  2. load
  3. delay
  4. danger
  5. peril
  6. hazard
Noun
  • The state of Connecticut has one of the highest property tax burdens in the nation and among the highest costs for energy and housing.
    — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Film carries the burden of being popular in the present, but at the end of the day, the real challenge is to make something that can endure the test of time, like Vija does with her masterful work.
    — Laura Zornosa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of burden
Noun
  • The company says its load-management controls can help accommodate the fluctuating power requirements of computing hardware while supporting grid stability.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Furthermore, the oversized loads will travel at approximately 5-10 miles per hour, so motorists should expect temporary traffic delays along the route.
    — Jim Masters, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of load
Noun
  • The Flames took a 3-2 lead to the third period, but when Matt Coronato was sent off for delay of game 17 seconds in, the Ducks’ red-hot power play took advantage with Carlsson tying it at 55 seconds.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • His departure comes as the investigation has shown signs of faltering amid a spate of staff turnovers and delays.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of delay
Noun
  • Still, Summa said diners shouldn’t interpret danger for Big Time’s brand.
    — Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 7 Nov. 2026
  • For now, the ZX-3 shows how robotics can help people perform hazardous work without placing them directly in the path of danger.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of danger
Noun
  • There’s just so many opportunities for someone to fall into peril and the world of the show insists upon it.
    — Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Take him for granted at your own peril during the Division 1 playoffs.
    — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of peril
Noun
  • Ice – one of the most dangerous hazards in aviation – also will be considered.
    — Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026
  • According to Hunt Arsenal, the attachment cord connecting the aider to the climbing stick may fray, separate or break during use, creating a serious fall hazard.
    — Erik Barber, Outdoor Life, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of hazard
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“Cumber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cumber. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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