onerous
Example Sentences
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Mr. Brundage investigates whether these onerous conditions were the product of neglect, incompetence and chaos, or whether they reflected a more deliberate policy of retribution.
"It's unlikely that if Nike is faced with high tariffs in Vietnam, it'll consider India as the best alternative. India's onerous logistic costs, import duties and cumbersome customs regulations, all weigh it down," says Kishore.
From BBC
Still, producers have exhausted most of their sweet spots, leaving them no choice but to take on lesser-quality rock that is more onerous to develop.
He said the stricter standards for oil and gas were onerous for auto makers and raised vehicle prices.
From Barron's
“It’s this regime that can be onerous, and then when people learn about that, they say, ‘Well, maybe taking a shot once a week is easier.’”
From MarketWatch
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