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Saddle with

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Negative ConnotationPlay
The phrase often implies unfairness or inconvenience imposed by others. SlideI was saddled with the task of cleaning up after the party.
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Not LiteralPlay
'Saddle with' is metaphorical. It doesn't mean placing a saddle on someone literally. SlideWe were saddled with an impossible deadline.
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Can imply emotional stress, not just physical or financial burdens. SlideHe's been saddled with guilt since the incident.