How to Use heavy-duty in a Sentence
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For sure, heavy-duty sports rights are the glue that keep them healthy.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Aug. 2024
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This heavy-duty cast aluminum pan will do the trick.
—Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Sep. 2025
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For extra dirty items, the heavy-duty wash is the right choice.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
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These goatskin leather gloves are a match for heavy-duty garden work.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 24 Mar. 2025
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No need to break out the heavy-duty gear if your hike is more leisurely.
—Ann Wang, Seventeen, 27 Mar. 2023
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Grab some heavy-duty oven/grill mitts to protect your hands from the heat.
—Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
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Bulky refers to the size of the items or the load, while heavy-duty refers to how soiled an item is.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
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It’s made of heavy-duty steel and mounts to the wall to free up storage space on the floor.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2025
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The rules also look to cut emissions from heavy-duty trucks as well.
—Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 12 Apr. 2023
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But a heavy-duty garden shovel isn't the best choice for your car.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
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This heavy-duty caddy is designed to move large planters with ease.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 23 Apr. 2026
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Its handle is made of bamboo, and its head is made of heavy-duty steel.
—Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2023
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Crumple a ball of heavy-duty foil then use a pair of tongs to grasp it, and scrub the grates.
—Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
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These rugged and heavy-duty totes are by far the most durable and the best tote bags on the market.
—Aemilia Madden, harpersbazaar.com, 14 Apr. 2023
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Wrap each rib slab with heavy-duty aluminum foil; place on prepared wire rack.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
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This is a heavy-duty option that doesn’t rust or warp and could last a lifetime.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Jan. 2026
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For super tough gunk, break out the heavy-duty oven cleaner once or twice a year.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2025
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That’s where heavy-duty cleaners like degreasers come in handy.
—Nor'adila Hepburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Mar. 2023
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The heavy-duty soles are strong enough to hold up to mail runs and endless trips up and down the stairs.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 12 May 2025
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Thread a sinker slide up the main line, and tie a heavy-duty barrel swivel to the end.
—Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 20 Feb. 2023
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The best part of these heavy-duty bikes is that they'll be delivered right to your door.
—Olivia Evans, Women's Health, 21 June 2023
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The heavy-duty burr grinders are designed to withstand a home next to a hot stove for years.
—Andrew Watman, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
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Its poles are made of sturdy, heavy-duty steel and weigh less than 40 pounds.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 14 May 2023
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Take the case of Weaver, the Black sergeant forced to wear the heavy-duty chain.
—Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 4 Mar. 2025
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The fabric is so heavy-duty but at the same time so delicate.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 9 Apr. 2026
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The set comes with two sturdy shelves and a heavy-duty mounting bracket.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024
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Store records show that Dudley purchased a box of heavy-duty trash bags.
—Natalie Morales, CBS News, 8 Apr. 2023
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The high-density foam and heavy-duty coil help to support and align your spine.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 15 Feb. 2024
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Choose wall anchors that are heavy-duty enough to support the weight of your artwork.
—Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
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Use the heavy-duty setting for thick clothing and bedding that takes longer to dry.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026
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