Definition
to have a lot of work or responsibilities to manage.
身负重任
I already have enough on my plate this week; I can't take on any new tasks.
我这个星期已经有很多事情要处理了;我无法再接手任何新任务。
She has three kids and a full-time job, so she has a lot on her plate.
她有三个孩子和一份全职工作,所以她有很多事情要处理。
During finals week, students usually have a lot on their plate.
在期末考试周,学生们通常有很多事情要处理。