- present tense form of burden (3rd person singular).
burdens
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I can hardly think of something more selfish than the elderly placing undue burdens on their own children and grandchildren.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 5, 2026
As such, we typically have to follow the laws with uneven burdens, so long as the law is “neutral,” “generally applicable,” and rationally related to a legitimate government interest.
From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2026
A government spokesperson said that "while AI can help employers manage large volumes of applications and reduce administrative burdens, it is vital that recruitment processes remain fair, transparent and accessible".
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
“While an IPO was expected to ease investment burdens and expand capacity for shareholder returns, the review has been discontinued in light of market conditions and share price trends,” SK Hynix said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 22, 2026
For the rest of the war, however, he had to shoulder heavy burdens.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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