shouldered
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
They already have a splendid mother—and she and their father shouldered all the slog of parenting, from sleepless nights clear through college applications.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 14, 2026
While they had a childhood pet, their parents shouldered the responsibility and expenses, and the costs of pets were never included in lessons about personal finance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
"Since the creation of the SDF, its fighters have shouldered a heavy responsibility during one of the most difficult periods" for Syria, Abdi said in his address.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
"They told the truth, shouldered the responsibility and spared no effort in serving the people," the post read.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Let’s see who’s the failure now, Dad, he thought as he shouldered open the heavy kitchen door.
From "A Tangle of Knots" by Lisa Graff
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word