burden
Example Sentences
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Cities’ complaints are more urgent now, as some jurisdictions may not be able to afford the burden.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
“The Supervisor is also mindful of the burden these ongoing protections place on small property owners throughout the county.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Advocates warn that until federal regulators crack down more aggressively on opt-out fee models, the burden will remain entirely on everyday consumers to audit their own bills for junk fees.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
"When we increased the ratio of MUFAs to PUFAs in the diet, disease burden increased. Conversely, when we decreased the ratio, disease burden was reduced."
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
“And this is a terrible burden for you to handle by yourself.”
From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh
Vocabulary lists containing burden
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act I
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"The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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