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carry a heavy load



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Still, the assumption is that Doncic will have to carry a heavy load with James sidelined.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2025

"Probation officers are being fed to the dogs by the management and structure of the probation system. They are left to carry a heavy load which is unsustainable," she said.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2023

Still, Cole will be expected to carry a heavy load on the mound in October should the Yankees end their 11-season World Series title drought.

From New York Times • Oct. 4, 2021

The Raiders could target a back in the draft, either a featured back to carry a heavy load in the first round or a rotational one later in the draft.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2019

The strong little creature can carry a heavy load properly disposed in pannier baskets.

From Jean Francois Millet by Hurll, Estelle M. (Estelle May)




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