On your shoulders Meaning in English
expression
Definition
If something is 'on your shoulders,' you are responsible for it, or you have to deal with it personally. It suggests having a duty or burden.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts to describe responsibility or burden. Common with phrases like 'the responsibility is on your shoulders' or 'a lot on your shoulders.' Not usually about physical objects but about duties or problems.
Example Sentences
The project is now on your shoulders.
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You have a lot on your shoulders this week.
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It felt heavy, like the world was on your shoulders.
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After dad lost his job, everything fell on your shoulders.
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Don't worry, you don't have to carry this all on your shoulders.
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When you become a parent, there’s suddenly so much on your shoulders.
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