oppressive

"You must do your homework before you can watch television."

"The coffee concentrate was strong, so a little went a long way. "

"He clomped heavily up the stairs in his boots."

"The dinghy was overwhelmed by the great wave."

"The construction company hired extra labourers to help build the new apartment building. "

"The baker is weighing the flour to make sure she uses the right amount. "

"The principal's tyrannical rules, like banning students from talking during lunch, made everyone unhappy. "

"The school's student council is a company of dedicated students who organize events. "

"The teacher's voice was intense as she explained the difficult math problem. "

"She is exercising regularly to improve her health. "

"The complicated instructions on the new software difficult me from completing the project on time. "

"Paying for college can be a burdensome task for many families. "