shoulders

Example Sentences

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Gen. Pam Bondi, placed the blame for the delayed release of files and improper redactions on Blanche’s shoulders.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

It immediately conjures images of Bobby Moore lifting the Jules Rimet Trophy on his team-mates' shoulders.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 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

Her shoulders dropped and she seemed to deflate right before my eyes.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu