When designing the beam, the engineer calculated the tributary load each joist would transfer to ensure the foundation could support the structure.

When you come upstairs, get a load of the new mural I painted in the hallway.

The city prepared emergency shelters after several nights of load shedding disrupted heating in low-income neighborhoods.

Before renovating, we consulted an engineer to confirm which walls are load bearing.

The search-and-rescue team arrived loaded for bear, carrying extra ropes, medical kits, and heavy-duty climbing gear.

The technician spring-loaded the safety catch before testing the device.

The spring-loaded latch kept the cabinet door securely closed during the move.

During the debate she avoided the loaded word 'patriot' to keep the conversation focused on policy rather than emotion.

The fire loads in the warehouse were carefully calculated before the renovation to ensure compliance with fire safety standards.

The museum displayed a rare breech-loading rifle from the 19th century.