shoulder

Example Sentences

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The versatile World Series star expressed regret that he cannot play in an Instagram story that included a photo of himself with the Venezuelan flag draped over his shoulders.

From Los Angeles Times

The towering Woltemade, who has a very different profile, was left to shoulder the burden from the off, as a result, having never previously played outside Germany.

From BBC

One young swan had tried to fly onto his shoulder, scratching at his skin with clawed, webbed feet.

From Literature

I throw a quick glance over my shoulder.

From Literature

"I have a good house, but also a huge debt on my shoulders. It wasn't worth it."

From Barron's