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burdened

[bur-dnd] / ˈbɜr dnd /
ADJECTIVE
weighed down
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“The real purpose of them is not to be burdened with healthcare costs in retirement,” said Steve Azoury, a financial adviser and owner of Azoury Financial.

From MarketWatch Jul. 31, 2026

I’m not looking for a man who feels burdened by the effort.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

Though easing gasoline prices provided some relief, respondents continue to feel burdened by inflation.

From Barron's Jun. 21, 2026

In April, Greek tourism minister Olga Kefalogianni promised British passengers would not face biometric checks or be "burdened" by bureaucracy when travelling to Greece this summer.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

Nana always gave a slow, burdened smile here, one of lingering recrimination or reluctant forgiveness, Mariam could never tell.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini




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