- present tense form of burden (3rd person singular).
burdens
Example Sentences
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“Probate can add costs, administrative burdens and stress for families during a period of grief. It also impacts privacy and can complicate asset management.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 27, 2026
It worked for decades without requiring data manipulation or imposing disproportionate burdens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“The proposed rule may create significant new compliance burdens and legal uncertainty for institutions already operating in accordance with existing nondiscrimination requirements ... “ the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Washington has framed its host year around limiting regulatory burdens and promoting new technologies.
From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026
Meanwhile, he had a feast to eat and plenty to save for morning, and the enjoyable knowledge that Gebu had a few burdens of his own for once.
From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw
