Meaning of the word "a (heavy) cross to bear" in English

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a (heavy) cross to bear

US /ə ˈhɛvi krɔs tə bɛr/
UK /ə ˈhɛvi krɔs tə bɛr/
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Idiom

1.

a difficult or unpleasant problem or responsibility that one has to deal with

Example:
Her chronic illness has been a heavy cross to bear for the entire family.
Dealing with constant criticism is a cross to bear for public figures.
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