shouldered

Example Sentences

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Unlike the arquebus shouldered by foot soldiers, the pistol was often viewed with suspicion and disapproval.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Chief executive Michael Nicholson, major shareholder Dermot Desmond and former chairman Peter Lawwell have shouldered the brunt of the criticism.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

His optimism and heart are inspiring — a kid of Black and Korean heritage who shouldered losing both parents to incarceration and still emerged with a buoyant persona.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

Walker himself shouldered an extra load with top running back Zach Charbonnet sidelined by a torn knee ligament suffered in a playoff win over San Francisco.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

Finn shouldered the young man aside but slipped when his shoulder hit not flesh, but a slick surface, and he spilled to the dirt.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby