overburden

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overburden 是什么意思

中文释义

vt. 装载过多, 负担过多, 使过劳

[经] 过重的货物, 重担, 过度的负担

英文释义

n. the surface soil that must be moved away to get at coal seams and mineral deposits

v. burden with too much work or responsibility

v. load with excessive weight

overburden 的真实例句

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Costco is hoping these new locations will even out overburdened stores and increase profit.

—— Costco Has a Plan to Fix Its Overcrowded Aisles

Trump officials, like those in past administrations, have argued that such a warrant requirement would overburden law enforcement and endanger national security.

—— After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers

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