1
as in matters
to be of importance
evidence that will weigh heavily against the defendant
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2
as in contemplates
to give serious and careful thought to
weighed the options for weeks before making a decision
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Recent Examples of weighs
In the alleged message, Nathan weighs the power of Lively’s fanbase while discussing a potential social media plan that would help suppress negative content about Baldoni and amplify negative content about Lively, according to the complaint.
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Rachel Desantis, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Due to its smaller size, the LFS weighs 480 lb (218 kg).
—New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
For Black graduates, race weighs heavily on the social and economic outcomes associated with a college degree.
—Michael Collins, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Trip members should be capable of hiking up to 10 miles while carrying a daypack that weighs 10-15 pounds on trails with elevation gains/losses of up to 1,500 feet.
—Everett Potter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The mega iceberg weighs nearly a trillion tons and is about the size of Rhode Island, according to the British Antarctic Survey.
—Manuela López Restrepo, NPR, 20 Dec. 2024
Optimus weighs 125 pounds (56 kilograms) and stands 5 feet 8 inches tall.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Each individual tamale at the Tamale House weighs nearly a pound.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Dec. 2024
This handheld vacuum has 69,000 five-star ratings, works on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors, and weighs less than 3 pounds.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Rachel Desantis, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Due to its smaller size, the LFS weighs 480 lb (218 kg).
—New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
For Black graduates, race weighs heavily on the social and economic outcomes associated with a college degree.
—Michael Collins, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Trip members should be capable of hiking up to 10 miles while carrying a daypack that weighs 10-15 pounds on trails with elevation gains/losses of up to 1,500 feet.
—Everett Potter, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
The mega iceberg weighs nearly a trillion tons and is about the size of Rhode Island, according to the British Antarctic Survey.
—Manuela López Restrepo, NPR, 20 Dec. 2024
Optimus weighs 125 pounds (56 kilograms) and stands 5 feet 8 inches tall.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
Each individual tamale at the Tamale House weighs nearly a pound.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Dec. 2024
This handheld vacuum has 69,000 five-star ratings, works on carpet, hardwood, and tile floors, and weighs less than 3 pounds.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighs
Verb
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On Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and disillusionment, George contemplates taking his life.—
JOHN DEALBREUIN Wealth of Geeks,
Boston Herald,
26 Dec. 2024
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And now, as the store nears closing time, one of the tour participants contemplates what size leg lamp might look best in her house.—
Annie Zaleski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Parks and Recreation Another means to investing in both youth and safety, Arulampalam said, is through the city’s Department of Sports and Recreation, which operates the night gyms program the mayor launched in 2024.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2025
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Validation means recognizing and accepting an employee’s feelings, fostering a supportive and understanding environment that boosts morale and productivity.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Philippines considers karaoke a national pastime, and the people around you are constantly crooning into their Magic Sing microphones or portable karaoke machines.—
Acacia Gabriel,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Dec. 2024
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Scott, who considers Stiller both his boss and a friend, justified the show’s painstaking development process as necessary for quality control.—
Rachel Syme,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Looking ahead, Danish sees the innovative casting in Last Call as part of a larger theater movement that challenges traditional norms and explores fresh creative approaches.—
Court Stroud,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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The Life After Life Club in an Orange County retirement community explores trance channeling, the power of animal communication and near-death experiences.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Weighs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighs. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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