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as in load
a mass or quantity of something taken up and carried, conveyed, or transported
the early settlers often used horses to carry their burdens
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2
as in responsibility
something one must do because of prior agreement
the burden of homework prevented the youngster from joining his friends at the game
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as in to load
to place a weight or burden on
burdened the dog with a little backpack
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as in to trouble
to make sad
refuses to let everyday problems burden her
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Recent Examples of burden
Carielle Escalante, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
With so many threats in the world and serious challenges at home, the growth of European military power as a way to reduce our burden is a generally positive development.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 1 May 2025
Elias Burke, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will consider whether the school has unconstitutionally burdened the parents’ ability to freely exercise their religion under the First Amendment.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
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Noun
These children, who already bear the burden of being part of immigrant families, are further traumatized by the hate and fear that surrounds them.
—Carielle Escalante, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
With so many threats in the world and serious challenges at home, the growth of European military power as a way to reduce our burden is a generally positive development.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 1 May 2025
Verb
Ange Postecoglou has burdened himself with a complicated task.
—Elias Burke, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
On Tuesday, the Supreme Court will consider whether the school has unconstitutionally burdened the parents’ ability to freely exercise their religion under the First Amendment.
—Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for burden
Verb
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That was followed by a single from Freddie Freeman, who hit a ground ball that Olson failed to snare at first base, and a walk to Teoscar Hernández, loading the bases with one out.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2025
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She's seen meeting with fellow criminals and loading a gun in the teaser.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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The New Mexico film set was troubled before the accident.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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However, the conversion from a state tax to a municipal tax troubled Alderman Ara Goshgarian, 3rd.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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Following her husband’s death, Mrs. L. R. got depressed and dropped 30 pounds.—
Dr. Eric Topol,
Time,
8 May 2025
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That’s probably the most I’ve been depressed in my life with the exception of my mother dying.—
Rebecca Keegan,
HollywoodReporter,
6 May 2025
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Long term, some economists worry the back-and-forth on tariffs could strain relationships between the U.S. and its trading partners.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Patients worry about losing health care Summer Neal, 31, relies on a lot of medications to keep her healthy.—
Alexandra Olgin,
NPR,
8 May 2025
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This episode raises fundamental questions beyond Harvard concerning the Constitution and the meaning of education.—
Larry P. Arnn,
National Review,
3 May 2025
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The concerning future of PFAS regulations Biden’s action set the first national, legally enforceable standard limiting in drinking water five of more than 12,000 types of individual PFAS.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Rather than change the structures that oppress the masses, Benjamin writes, the fascist merely offers the masses a spectacle that gives them the impression that their desires have been met.—
Constance Grady,
Vox,
25 Apr. 2025
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His emphasis on God’s love and his demand that the church go out and minister to oppressed and needy people impressed even those who disagreed with him.—
Henry Chu,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Apr. 2025
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Yet none of the horse racing industry’s multitude of problems weigh down the Kentucky Derby.—
Mark Story,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 May 2025
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Place several layers of paper towels on top, or fold the towel over, and weigh down with another cutting board or skillet.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Made from breathable cotton terry fabric that is ultra-soft on the inside, Miramar is distinguishable by hyper realistic denim prints designed to capture every detail of classic jeans, from distressing and fading to tiny stitches and rivet.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Apr. 2025
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Neighbors at the apartment complex were distressed at the sight.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Burden.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/burden. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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