cumber

noun

Definition of cumbernext
as in burden

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  1. burden
  2. load
  3. delay
  4. danger
  5. peril
  6. hazard
Noun
  • The fundraiser says Dileo, a single father, is now facing the financial burden of bringing his son home to Florida, in addition to funeral, burial and other unexpected expenses.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
  • Washington has been pressing allies to shoulder more of the spending burden.
    — Lorne Cook, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of burden
Noun
  • Depending on how full your washing machine is, add up to a cup of it to your regular load and get ready to see the difference.
    — Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Like a true pal, a big pot of it in my refrigerator lightens my load, providing a nourishing meal my whole family loves at a moment’s notice.
    — Ellie Krieger, Washington Post, 1 July 2026
Definition of load
Noun
  • But the heat has led to cancellations and delays in several states.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The city commission reached a major step forward on the project after months of delays and disagreements over the best way to replace the old City Hall, which was damaged beyond repair by the historic flooding of April 2023.
    — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Definition of delay
Noun
  • Bikes on streets without bike lanes are a danger to bike riders.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Riders, bicycle-makers, drivers, pedestrians and lawmakers need to have their heads on swivels, as some have been too complacent about the dangers.
    — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of danger
Noun
  • Such are the perils of popularity, all the more ironic because Oliver never intended to be a populist.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 3 July 2026
  • There are more questions than answers about the Celtics' side of this deal for now, but this past season should have taught everyone to underestimate them at your own peril.
    — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of peril
Noun
  • Under federal rules, if a complaint about an infant formula — such as a report of an adverse event — shows a possible health hazard, the company must investigate.
    — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • Climbing the tower while it is powered up and transmitting poses particular hazards.
    — Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Definition of hazard
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“Cumber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cumber. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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