beast of burden
Example Sentences
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"It feeds into this new narrative that cattle were perhaps important as beasts of burden," she said, adding cows could be used to carry more lightweight kit.
From BBC
The number of wild burros roaming pine forests and sagebrush fields has grown in recent years, with experts worried that the miniature beasts of burden could overwhelm rare and endangered species of plants.
From Los Angeles Times
Such an estimation makes the Targaryen name the beast of burden hauling most of the narrative, which has so far amounted to half-empty crates.
From Salon
The image of the burro as a miner’s faithful beast of burden contrasts starkly with ecological reality, experts say.
From Los Angeles Times
But hidden among those beasts of burden is the Volvo V60 and its unique blend of performance, high fuel efficiency and utility.
From Seattle Times
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