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Onerous

Definition

(formal) Imposing a heavy burden or responsibility; difficult to fulfill or comply with; requiring a lot of time, effort, or resources.

Example Sentences

1The company's onerous debt obligations have made it difficult to invest in new projects.
2Is it fair to place such onerous expectations on young professionals entering the workforce?
3The new regulations have imposed onerous reporting requirements on small businesses, which many argue are disproportionate.
4Try to avoid taking on onerous tasks that may interfere with your primary responsibilities.
5The court ruled that the contract was onerous and unfair to the plaintiff, and therefore unenforceable.

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