carry a heavy load
Example Sentences
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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
Chara denied there will be any special motivation to show his former team that he can still carry a heavy load.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 29, 2021
Even as he plays with a rib injury that has nagged him the last two games, Lacy is ready to carry a heavy load Sunday.
From Washington Times • Jan. 1, 2016
The horse, of rather a thick and "punchy" breed, is well suited to carry a heavy load; he is full of spirit, and is neighing and chafing, as the old critics pointed out.
From Donatello, by Lord Balcarres by Crawford, David Lindsay, Earl of
