The captain worried that the after-burden would compromise the ship's balance during the storm.

The mountain guide secured the rope and supplies in a burden basket, leaving his hands free to steady himself on the steep trail.

The villagers loaded fresh produce into their burden baskets and set out for the market at dawn.

In complex litigation, the burdens of production often shift when new evidence emerges.

After taking on a second job to make ends meet, Maria struggled under the double burden of working two full days back-to-back.

Working mothers often carry double burdens, juggling full-time jobs and caregiving responsibilities.

After the pandemic, many families struggled with mounting debt burdens that affected their ability to plan for the future.

Many historians criticize the white man's burden as an excuse for imperialism rather than a genuine duty.