burden
Example Sentences
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A long-term-care policy can, more than anything, help alleviate the financial burden that may lie ahead.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Cities’ complaints are more urgent now, as some jurisdictions may not be able to afford the burden.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
“The Supervisor is also mindful of the burden these ongoing protections place on small property owners throughout the county.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
However, the Supreme Court heard arguments that Cheshire West was wrongly decided and creates an unsustainable administrative burden on health and social care systems.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“All of you. To keep me from being a burden on your mom and dad.”
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
Vocabulary lists containing burden
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act I
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"The Raven" by Edgar Allan Poe
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
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