shouldering
- present participle of shoulder.
Example Sentences
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But shouldering a wobbly, expensive summer tentpole is a risk — just ask Sam Worthington or Taylor Kitsch.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
For American farmers already shouldering higher costs, the Mideast disruption has boosted prices for certain fertilizers by about 30%.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
I earn $100,000 and I’m currently shouldering the mortgage, maintenance — specific to a co-op — and normal kid expenses.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 9, 2026
Yet a similar number, about 60% of businesses, also reported shouldering some of that increased cost burden—increasing the likelihood that more consumer price hikes are still in the pipeline.
From Barron's ● Mar. 3, 2026
When Lupe returned, the Malays were shouldering the pepper bags, and hurrying to the water’s edge, loading their proas.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
