shouldered
Example Sentences
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That fee doesn’t cover production costs for the show, which are shouldered by the licensee of the rights.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
The documentary powerfully captures the apocalyptic landscape of Gaza City, its streets reduced to rubble and mangled rebar, and the weighty sense of responsibility shouldered by the few remaining journalists on the ground.
From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026
“For too long, cities and taxpayers have shouldered the entire cost of cleaning up pollution that comes from these large commercial properties,” said Bruce Reznik, executive director of the group Los Angeles Waterkeeper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
Unlike the arquebus shouldered by foot soldiers, the pistol was often viewed with suspicion and disapproval.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
In a few moments they had shouldered their packs again and were off.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
