WEIGH ANCHOR Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

weigh (anchor)

verb

Definition of weigh (anchor)

as in to embark

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Though the three women were supposed to embark on a worldwide tour, the group canceled the North American leg in May due to low ticket sales, Variety reported.

— Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026
Followin much teasing, Oasis will embark on an additional 2027 tour hitting stops once again in the United Kingdom and United States, but also Europe, which was omitted during last year’s trot.

— Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 28 Sep. 2026

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