shouldering

Example Sentences

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Some are shouldering the costs of raising children while trying to turbocharge their retirement savings or manage age-related health problems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

A look at the recent rally in the $30 trillion Treasury market reflects concerns about the ability of U.S. families and businesses to keep shouldering higher fuel costs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

There’s no such thing as a cost-free industry, but Debrecen residents are left shouldering a large environmental burden for dubious economic benefit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Bursting into Kenna’s quarters seemingly at will, she raids her near-empty fridge while bluntly shouldering much of the exposition.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

“Let me pass,” she pleaded, shouldering her way through.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood