Proper load-bearing is essential for the safety of the scaffolding.

Lock and load, team — hostile vehicles are approaching; take your firing positions.

Before the mission started, the sergeant shouted 'lock and load' and everyone checked their rifles.

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

Before starting the compression cycle, the operator inspected the loading space to ensure no foreign material remained.

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

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

She chose a load fund because she believed the fund manager's long-term performance justified the sales charge.

I moved my retirement savings into a no-load fund to avoid paying sales commissions.

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