overburdensome
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of overburdensome
First recorded in 1605–15; over- + burdensome
Example Sentences
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As long as there isn’t an overburdensome long-term risk, the Dodgers don’t seem afraid of lucrative shorter-term commitments to sustain their newly cemented dynasty.
From Los Angeles Times
“Too many South Carolinians have been prohibited from visiting their loved ones in long term care facilities because of overburdensome federal guidelines,” Gov. Henry McMaster said in a statement.
From Washington Times
Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy also had asked every state department to “do an exercise to find out if there were any overburdensome regulations stopping Alaskans from doing business,” said Rick Green, special assistant to the Fish and Game commissioner.
From Washington Times
Maine Republican Party Chair Demi Kouzounas said Mills “has placed overburdensome restrictions on the people of Maine and our businesses with no clear direction.”
From Washington Times
“Consistent guidelines - without overburdensome regulatory schemes - across all levels of government is critical,” said Matthew Shay, president and CEO of the NRF.
From Washington Times
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