heavy lifting

noun

: a burdensome or laborious duty

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Apple’s Surprise iPhone Update Fixes 1 Bug, Adds 1 Frustration By avoiding the heavy lifting of real institutional reform, DEI initiatives have inadvertently fueled opposition, enabling right-wing politicians to exploit these missteps to justify rolling back civil rights protections. Aparna Rae, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 The slow cooker does the heavy lifting, making this a low-effort yet nutrient-dense option for meal prep or a cozy dinner. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025 Unfortunately, Hartford continues to avoid the heavy lifting that is required to have a successful system. Vincent Turley, Hartford Courant, 2 Mar. 2025 Assuming the heavy lifting is now done, second baseman Gleyber Torres was the Tigers’ lone offensive addition of the offseason. Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 15 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for heavy lifting

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First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heavy lifting was in 1980

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“Heavy lifting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heavy%20lifting. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.

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