shouldered

past tense of shoulder

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shouldered
Verb
  • When Newcastle received an influx of cash from a sovereign wealth fund, fans assumed a legion of superstars would lead them to Champions League glory.
    Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Landry said early release, which until now has been typically assumed when judges hand down sentences, is a slap in the face to crime victims.
    Richard A. Webster, ProPublica, 10 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Chappell and Webb have pushed each other out of their comfort zones to create some truly remarkable work in 2024.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • However, it was pushed back to March, and the location was shifted to The Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Does that mean Kidd has accepted the Mavericks are the Red Sox in that scenario?
    Sam Settleman, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
  • While walk-ins are accepted, larger groups must book in advance.
    Rachel King, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Best Early Way Day Decor Deals Small decor pieces can transform any room from boring to homey.
    Ali Faccenda, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • With phones and the internet, teens never have to be bored again.
    Mary Frances Ruskell, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
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“Shouldered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shouldered. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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