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as in intensive
extreme in degree, power, or effect
some heavy-duty lobbying on the part of the president was necessary in order to get the bill passed
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as in powerful
having great power or influence
a group of heavy-duty politicians and other notables attended the gala
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Recent Examples of heavy-duty
With ultra-tough construction and quick-heating design, these heavy-duty bodies deliver fast heating, daily durability and easy cleanup with a dishwasher-safe design.
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ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Rubbermaid Commercial Products manufactures heavy-duty structural foam plastic stock tanks, often branded as BRUTE tanks, commonly used for livestock watering and available in capacities of 50, 100, 150 and 300 gallons.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Rubbermaid Commercial Products manufactures heavy-duty structural foam plastic stock tanks, often branded as BRUTE tanks.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Then, cover it with a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil and date the package.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
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ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Rubbermaid Commercial Products manufactures heavy-duty structural foam plastic stock tanks, often branded as BRUTE tanks, commonly used for livestock watering and available in capacities of 50, 100, 150 and 300 gallons.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Rubbermaid Commercial Products manufactures heavy-duty structural foam plastic stock tanks, often branded as BRUTE tanks.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Then, cover it with a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil and date the package.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heavy-duty
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Data centers also have sharp demand spikes driven by computing-intensive tasks, such as training models.—
Mark Chediak,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
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Tilson Thomas’ New World Symphony, an ensemble and intensive three-year fellowship program for music school graduates to hone their craft, and its home at the New World Center in Miami Beach, are considered to be crown jewels in the Miami area’s art scene.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Mexican Mafia, described as the largest and most powerful gang operating from inside state prisons, controls gangs throughout Southern California.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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This structure is designed to make the platform accessible while offering more powerful AI features for those who require more extensive support.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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By the final showdown, the production has made use of every bit of stage space, with sensational flying sequences (choreographed by Lauren Yalango-Grant and Christopher Cree Grant) that allow the vampires to float, hover, and—in one especially intense moment—dive from that bridge.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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The moment has sparked an outpouring of empathy, with many pointing to the intense pressure drivers face on the job.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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His major break arrived in 1967 when director Arthur Penn hired him to oversee the artistic direction of what would become one of the late-1960s’ most popular and influential films, Bonnie and Clyde, the Depression Era true-crime-and-love story starring Warren Beatty and Faye Dunaway.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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Through interviews with other influential artists, the film highlights the emotional and societal burdens that accompany their achievements, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in celebrating their contributions to music and culture.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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Without him, Heiskanen and Harley had to log even heavier minutes in an already long and grueling game.—
Mark Lazerus,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Drivers on San Francisco's west side faced heavy congestion this weekend as crews began a series of lane closures along busy 19th Avenue, also known as State Route 1.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
26 Apr. 2026
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More than anything, Bernard’s significant production at the college level should better position him to make an impact with a QB like Rodgers, who expects precision and professionalism.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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The planet no longer has active plate tectonics and only experienced more significant geological activity in its distant past.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
27 Apr. 2026
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Along the way, there have been fast times, big doping busts and fierce corporate competition for the fastest humans in history.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pre-marketing fight lands in court The fiercest pushback to Compass’s marketing strategy came from Zillow, the country’s largest home-search platform.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Chmielewski, Colleen Gartlan and Ella Riordan led a strong defensive effort in front of Noone.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set one clear boundary today and confirm expectations so your commitments stay strong and manageable.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Heavy-duty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heavy-duty. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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