How to Use weigh-in in a Sentence

weigh-in

1 of 2 noun
  • Smart scales have moved beyond basic weigh-ins for years now.
    New Atlas, 1 July 2026
  • Some bouts don’t need gimmicks or weigh-in drama to sell the fight.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Among the most hallowed are the weigh-in and face-off that occur the day before a match.
    Brian Seibert, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
  • There are tales of wrestlers standing on their heads in an attempt to sweat more before weigh-ins.
    Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
  • At the weigh-ins yesterday, Tyson slapped Paul across the face.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
  • The weigh-in informs medical staff how much weight a driver lost.
    Janaya Wecker, Popular Mechanics, 28 Feb. 2023
  • Airline weigh-in surveys are not new, and other airlines have done them.
    Marisa Garcia, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024
  • The participants were asked to track their food in an app, and to have weigh-ins on a wireless scale.
    Korin Miller, SELF, 27 Mar. 2026
  • The energy could not be more different from a boxing weigh-in.
    Jade Chang, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
  • White has said weigh-ins will be at the Lincoln Memorial.
    Mike Wilson, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Younger generations are more likely to ask their healthcare provider to skip the weigh-in or not to tell them their weight.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
  • So, too, are the fish, in the eyes of those who stand, shoulder-to-shoulder, craning their necks to witness the weigh-ins.
    Hayes Gardner, Baltimore Sun, 11 Aug. 2023
  • All carp must be alive at the time of the weigh-ins at the judge’s table near the Mill Street Bridge.
    Judy Pochel, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
  • Be on the lookout for post-event coverage and weigh-in results on Friday.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
  • Unfortunately, a couple of them didn’t get their fight weekends off to a strong start at the weigh-ins.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Truckers are also required to submit to random safety checks and weigh-ins.
    Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
  • In the trenches, arm length and weigh-in numbers could shift entire draft boards before a single drill begins.
    Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Battle’s promotional run just days after his latest weigh-in mishap.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • For now, though, Rousey’s messaging on weigh-in day was unambiguous.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
  • At weigh-ins as well, especially at amateur (level), all the fighters are in the same room and they get called up.
    Don Riddell, CNN, 2 Feb. 2025
  • Ngannou coming back to the UFC, even for a weigh-in, is very exciting.
    James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
  • And, in terms of a weight classification sport, such as wrestling, weigh-ins may be necessary for a child's safety.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Be on the lookout for weigh-in information on Friday after all of the fighters have been on the scale.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 4 May 2023
  • Once it is caught, it is measured and put into a pool of water at the back of each competitor's boat for weigh-in once fishing is complete.
    Victoria Hernandez, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2023
  • Aside from Tank, no fighter received a bigger ovation at the weigh-ins and presser earlier in the week.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Chimaev is said to have cut upwards of 45 pounds to make it to 185 pounds at the weigh-in on Friday.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
  • That bout was initially scheduled for bantamweight but was changed on weigh-in day when Aldo struggled during his weight cut.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
  • Student weigh-ins sometimes take place at the student union, and mock press conferences are, on occasion, hosted there, too.
    Zoë Bernard, Rolling Stone, 4 June 2023
  • There will be no visible display anywhere, the airline promised, and the weigh-in data will remain anonymous even to airline staff.
    Nick Perry, ajc, 1 June 2023
  • Members of the party will have positions on the stage during the ceremonial weigh-in on the day prior to fight night.
    Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 1 Nov. 2024

weigh in

2 of 2 verb
  • The judge has not yet weighed in.
    Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Play leads the way, but friends weigh in.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026
  • Auger was among dozens who weighed in as well.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 3 May 2026
  • King herself weighed in on the clip.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Reddit users were quick to weigh in.
    Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Hirsch also weighed in on deals.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 May 2026
  • Voters will soon have a chance to weigh in.
    Justin Worland, Time, 27 Aug. 2025
  • Well, are the states weighing in here?
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The hive mind weighed in with their favorite tips and tricks.
    Sam Corbin, New York Times, 29 Oct. 2023
  • The whole thing weighs in at 85 g (3 oz).
    David Szondy march 28, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Even Trump himself has weighed in on the race.
    Jay Stahl, USA Today, 3 June 2026
  • The others found the time to weigh in on the issue.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Wall Streeters have just started weigh in on the switch.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 26 Feb. 2026
  • Experts weigh in on whether this is a cause for concern.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 18 June 2026
  • Fans and foes weigh in on social media.
    Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Brandon Short would not weigh in on what the board should do.
    Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 16 June 2026
  • Experts weigh in on when a mom friend isn't right for you and how to walk away.
    Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 25 Jan. 2026
  • Don’t ask them to join your committee or weigh in with ideas.
    Byellen McGirt, Fortune, 24 Jan. 2023
  • The cake weighs in at over two pounds and retails for $19.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Trump was asked to weigh in with his favorite vegetable.
    Dennis Romero, NBC news, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Experts and lawyers from both sides of the case also weigh in.
    Ellise Shafer, Variety, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Feel free to weigh in with your own favorites in the comments.
    ArsTechnica, 7 June 2026
  • Vets weigh in on why dogs start grazing and when to be concerned.
    Diana Bocco, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • Vance weighed in and said the way to end the war is through diplomacy.
    Dave Lawler, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Here, two experts weigh in on what can go in the waste basket.
    Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Hole fans quickly weighed in on cities where the tour should begin.
    Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 5 Mar. 2026
  • Trade lawyers weighed in with their predictions on what’s to come.
    Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
  • Here’s a quick crash course on the stadium plans and how to weigh in.
    Sofi Zeman february 2, Kansas City Star, 2 Feb. 2026
  • Hillary Clinton weighs in on Biden.
    Emma Hinchliffe, Fortune, 17 June 2026
  • Some of today’s cleats even weigh in at less than a pack of playing cards.
    Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026

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