as in loads
a mass or quantity of something taken up and carried, conveyed, or transported
the accident was caused by an 18-wheeler with a loading in excess of the legal limit
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Recent Examples of loadings
The threat environment alone is enough to deter loadings and prompt diversions at the margin.
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Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 3 Jan. 2026
However, arms control agreements limit current loadings to four or five.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 3 Jan. 2026
However, arms control agreements limit current loadings to four or five.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loadings
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Over time, increase the repetitions using light weights, then gradually progress to heavier loads, Forsyth recommended.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
14 Jan. 2026
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There’s live music, 70+ vendors, a Biz Kidz Market and loads of family-friendly activities to keep the entire family entertained for hours.—
Ave Maria,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
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The strike marks the first time in more than a year that Moscow has unleashed the Oreshnik, which can contain multiple warheads and carry either conventional or nuclear payloads.—
Kosta Gak,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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In an interview with Interesting Engineering, UEL researcher Daehyun Kim explained that SCARABS focuses on exploration reliability rather than experimental payloads.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Lofty cost burdens are a key reason West California’s homeownership is lower – 55% of households own their homes, compared with 64% in inland regions.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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Balancing beautifully the perspectives, burdens, contributions, and challenges of Utah’s top political leaders, agricultural providers, and scientific thinkers, The Lake captures the intricate complexity that binds these communities together.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
15 Jan. 2026
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When looking for a more sophisticated ensemble, balance out your cargos with a pair of knee-high chunky rain boots to emulate this style.—
Alyssa Rotunno,
InStyle,
30 Dec. 2025
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Both cargoes were strewn across the westbound lanes of I-70 after the crash.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
15 Dec. 2025
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“Loadings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loadings. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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