carrying the load
Example Sentences
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However, he says that tech isn’t single-handedly carrying the load: Seven of the S&P 500’s 11 sectors are more profitable than normal.
From Barron's • Oct. 28, 2025
Without two starters, Minnesota rallied with Karl-Anthony Towns carrying the load offensively while Anthony Edwards made all of the biggest defensive plays.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2023
“He’s the best player in the world and he showed that tonight, carrying the load offensively again.”
From Washington Times • Dec. 24, 2022
In the first half, with Robinson carrying the load on the ground, Washington averaged just 4.4 yards per carry.
From Washington Post • Oct. 14, 2022
About two in the morning she started for the forest, carrying the load on her back, accompanied by Couraut, who in all such expeditions showed wonderful sagacity as a guide.
From An Historical Mystery by Wormeley, Katharine Prescott