shoulders

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Two balls later and the crowd were singing Robinson's name as he rocked his shoulders towards Kiwi great Kane Williamson.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Abrupt, unwelcome occurrences scar our autonomy and cripple our illusion of independence; the question of what went wrong falls on our shoulders, another loop to languish inside.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

If that was not the case, the action can be challenged in court, although the burden of proof rests on your friend’s shoulders.

From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026

Billy Bob Thornton carries ‘Landman’ on his weary shoulders.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Wolf leapt to defend his pack-brother, but she pushed him away, hooked her forepaws under Tall Tailless’s shoulders, and hauled him out of the Wet.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver