Encumbrance Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Saturday, November 8, 2025 · 52-Down
Appeared in 4 New York Times Crosswords between September 1998 and November 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 8, 2025 · 52-Down · 4 letters
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What does this clue mean?
an onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind"
noun
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