as in reflecting
to make a statement of one's opinion
self-appointed pundits immediately weighed in on the latest political scandal
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Recent Examples of weighing in
The decision to pull Kimmel drew a backlash, with figures such as Barack Obama and former Disney CEO Michael Eisner weighing in with concerns that ABC was caving to government pressure.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
If that faith becomes troubled, and decision-makers outside of academia start weighing in more overtly, that will put new pressures on old fields.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
The legendary Kirkland Signature pumpkin pie has officially returned to many of the big-box stores across the country, weighing in at 58 ounces – nearly four pounds – and stretching 12 inches across.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The comment has since received over 82,000 likes and nearly 300 replies, with others weighing in with their opinions.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Cracker Barrel reports in the afternoon Cracker Barrel stock has been through the mixing bowl in the last few weeks, with its new logo , the president’s criticism and just about everyone else weighing in.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed support for a ban but has avoided weighing in on specific bills.
—Nik Popli, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
If that faith becomes troubled, and decision-makers outside of academia start weighing in more overtly, that will put new pressures on old fields.
—Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 30 Sep. 2025
The legendary Kirkland Signature pumpkin pie has officially returned to many of the big-box stores across the country, weighing in at 58 ounces – nearly four pounds – and stretching 12 inches across.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025
The comment has since received over 82,000 likes and nearly 300 replies, with others weighing in with their opinions.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025
Cracker Barrel reports in the afternoon Cracker Barrel stock has been through the mixing bowl in the last few weeks, with its new logo , the president’s criticism and just about everyone else weighing in.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed support for a ban but has avoided weighing in on specific bills.
—Nik Popli, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighing in
Verb
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Ways to measure strength The strength of materials is measured in several ways, each reflecting how a material responds to different types of stress.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Sep. 2025
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When the novel shifts to Illinois, details become blurrier, reflecting the impact trauma can have on the brain while also mirroring the lack of clarity within the investigation.—
Book Marks
September 25,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
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Thousands and thousands of messages poured in with fans commenting their love for Adjepong.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Due to state confidentiality requirements, the agency is barred from commenting on the specifics of personnel matters.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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By the three month mark, even my two teenage sons were remarking on my sober skin.—
Donna Francis,
Allure,
25 Aug. 2025
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The video quickly found traction among pet lovers, with users remarking on the visible bond between the two canines.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Weighing in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighing%20in. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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