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
With cast members largely prevented from promotion duties, directors — whether helming an Oscar shoo-in or superhero blockbuster — are carrying the load, albeit very reluctantly.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2023
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
Then as they looked up they saw her coming, and with her was coming the wonderful basket carrying the load.
From A Book Written by the Spirits of the So-Called Dead by Helleberg, C. G. (Carl Gustaf)