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burdensome

[bur-dn-suhm] / ˈbɜr dn səm /


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“It does not feel burdensome at all,” Bareilles said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026

After all, if someone thought a miracle cure was right around the corner, they might be more likely to stop taking their medication or skip burdensome treatments.

From Slate ● Sep. 22, 2026

He added the industry would work with government to make sure the scheme's roll-out would not be "burdensome" for the hospitality sector.

From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026

Even at just 2% to 3%, this may be too burdensome for artists who play venues below the arena level.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

The mound of provisions that a minute ago had looked so pleasingly abundant and exciting—all new! all mine!—suddenly seemed burdensome and extravagant.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson




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