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Meaning of cross to bear | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A problem, or unpleasant or painful situation or person that one has to accept and deal with, although one finds it very difficult, or it causes trouble or worry over a long period of time.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Deutsch ein/sein Kreuz zu tragen haben)
Español cruz que cargar
Suomi taakka
日本語 苦難

Examples

“We all have⟳ our crosses to bear⟳.”
“The loss was a heavy cross for her to bear⟳.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

cross training cross vanna cross vault cross volga cross wires cross-appeal

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