lose (some) weight

idiom

: to become less heavy or fat

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Recent Examples on the Web Similar approaches have been successful in helping people lose weight, quit smoking and change other behaviors. Berkeley Lovelace Jr., NBC News, 7 Nov. 2023 Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) agonists, more commonly known by such brand names as Ozempic and Wegovy, are medications that have gained widespread attention, known for their ability to help people lose weight. Kaitlin Vogel, Health, 20 Oct. 2023 Since her transformation, Kyle has fended off rumors she’s been taking Ozempic, a type 2 diabetes drug several Hollywood celebrities have used to lose weight. Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 26 Oct. 2023 Eli Lilly filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission on Thursday to block companies from importing and selling cheaper versions of its blockbuster drug Mounjaro online, accusing them of misleading and endangering American consumers seeking to lose weight. Daniel Gilbert, Washington Post, 19 Oct. 2023 But as this new wave of diet options continues to grow in popularity, Ozempic isn’t just becoming a lesson on how to lose weight. Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2023 Factors such as your genetics and body composition affect where your body will lose weight when combined with a healthy diet and increased physical activity. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 24 Sep. 2023 Her courses challenge the concept of enduring physical discomfort or pain to lose weight and provide a clear pathway to losing weight and healing your body. Jon Stojan, USA TODAY, 7 Sep. 2023 Who is Instant Knockout Cut For? Originally designed to help athletes and professional fighters lose weight before a weigh-in, Instant Knockout Cut is now available to anyone with weight loss ambitions. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 5 Oct. 2023 See More

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