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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
The frame is crafted from heavy-duty steel and finished with padded foam foot- and headboards finished in a luxe-looking linen.
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Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
Despite being a heavy-duty walking shoe, rather than a more sleek sneaker, these were surprisingly easy to style.
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Shannon Bauer,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Below decks, the power plant must be heavy-duty, providing rapid throttling and precise maneuvering.
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David Szondy
june 27,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
There’s a beguiling synchronicity between the two disciplines under scrutiny here—fishing and filmmaking—both of which, Jenkin reminds us, are strenuous physical activities, dependent on precise timing, know-how, energy, stamina, heavy-duty equipment, and a hardworking crew.
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Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
26 June 2026
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Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
28 June 2026
Despite being a heavy-duty walking shoe, rather than a more sleek sneaker, these were surprisingly easy to style.
—
Shannon Bauer,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
Below decks, the power plant must be heavy-duty, providing rapid throttling and precise maneuvering.
—
David Szondy
june 27,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
There’s a beguiling synchronicity between the two disciplines under scrutiny here—fishing and filmmaking—both of which, Jenkin reminds us, are strenuous physical activities, dependent on precise timing, know-how, energy, stamina, heavy-duty equipment, and a hardworking crew.
—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heavy-duty
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The jockeys take on months of intensive training in order to ride in the Ladies’ Race.
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On the flip side, semiconductor manufacturing is one of the most complex and energy-intensive industrial processes in the world, with emissions projected to reach 277 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent by 2030.
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Seconds later, a powerful explosion blasted through the doorway, shattering windows and sending vertical blinds and debris flying as firefighters quickly retreated from the building.
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The brothers bonded over the game, but in his work, Grant so frequently provided a microphone for the voices a powerful organization would rather hush.
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Indie Shakes managing director David Melville distills his production around scenes of intense conflict.
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As the planet warms, extreme heat events are becoming more common, intense and long-lasting.
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The world's most influential creative institutions are beginning to recognize and showcase AI creators not as fringe, but as legitimate members of the creative community.
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The Kentucky Republican is regarded as one of the most influential and consequential American politicians in modern history.
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The lightweight, double-layered design offers extra coverage without feeling heavy, while the stretchy waistband and flowy design keep it comfortable all day.
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Look for a dense melon that's heavy for its size because it'll be packed with more juice, more sugar and more flavor.
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The heatwave has been significant enough to prompt major fashion houses to accommodate last-minute schedule changes.
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Damaged coating can cause significant problems, leading to violations of ecological regulations and insurers’ biofoul clauses.
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The 2023 arrest of her then-10-year-old cousin for urinating in public brought fierce condemnation.
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For a party that prides itself on diversity, the clashes have exacerbated fierce debates over identity politics and long-standing rifts between progressives and moderates.
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Projections varied in the weeks leading up to the draft with no real consensus among draft analysts, but in the last 24 hours there were strong indications the Clippers would choose Wagler and the Nets would take Brown.
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Your desire for solitude and introspection is strong during today’s Scorpio moon.
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“Heavy-duty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heavy-duty. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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