What does "Carry a burden" mean?

bear a heavy responsibility

Synonym: bear, endure Opposite: shirk, avoid

"Carry a burden" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

No one should carry that kind of burden.

Desperate Housewives S1E13

Because, Harvey, sometimes people are carrying around a burden they need to put down that has nothing to do with you.

Suits S8E16

I have found it impossible to carry the heavy burden of responsibility

The King's Speech

"Carry a burden" in TV shows & movies

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