carry a heavy load
Example Sentences
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Still, the assumption is that Doncic will have to carry a heavy load with James sidelined.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2025
"Probation officers are being fed to the dogs by the management and structure of the probation system. They are left to carry a heavy load which is unsustainable," she said.
From BBC • Feb. 8, 2023
Reality check: A solid defense will have to carry a heavy load the rest of the way without QB Devin Leary.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2022
But he didn’t have to carry a heavy load last year, as evidenced by his eight passes in the NFC title game.
From Washington Times • Aug. 27, 2020
The camel can live for a long time without drinking, and can carry a heavy load of merchandise a long distance.
From Home Geography for Primary Grades by Long, C. C.
