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burden

[bur-dn] / ˈbɜr dn /




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To complicate matters further, not everyone may equally bear the burden of false accusations.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Beyond the burden the laws could place on people looking to register to vote, administrators say they need a longer runway to successfully stage elections and inform residents of policy changes.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

While it can add an additional burden to small businesses, she says they should still cater to allergens.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

That signals an extended burden of higher costs for consumers, including airlines.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

He dreads the consequence—the burden of a soul.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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