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
But here, McCann is saying his Navy background keeps him from doing an important part of that job — weighing in on an aspect of immigration enforcement, a vital concern in the region and across the country.
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Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026
It’s caused quite the stir on social media, with personalities like Clay Travis weighing in, saying First Take should have Bayless on during the NFL season.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Meryl Streep is weighing in on the state of modern filmmaking, arguing that the dominance of superhero storytelling has led to less nuanced character work across the industry.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 1 May 2026
The Uncollected Letters of Virginia Woolf, weighing in at a thousand pages and containing over 1,400 letters (additions to the 3,766 letters that were published in six volumes, edited by Nigel Nicolson and Joanne Trautmann, between 1975 and 1980), is arranged alphabetically by correspondent.
—Hermione Lee, The New York Review of Books, 4 Apr. 2026
Perhaps tellingly, one of the panel discussions at this year’s fair will feature museum leaders weighing in on AI.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, many expect the Supreme Court will end up weighing in on this legal theory of liability.
—Shannon Bond, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Carr has also signaled his support for the deal as the FCC moves closer to weighing in on the merger.
—Kristin Brown, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Flavors include Blue Razz Blast and Sweet Peach Punch, and shoppers are already weighing in on taste.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026
It’s caused quite the stir on social media, with personalities like Clay Travis weighing in, saying First Take should have Bayless on during the NFL season.
—Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 May 2026
Meryl Streep is weighing in on the state of modern filmmaking, arguing that the dominance of superhero storytelling has led to less nuanced character work across the industry.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 1 May 2026
The Uncollected Letters of Virginia Woolf, weighing in at a thousand pages and containing over 1,400 letters (additions to the 3,766 letters that were published in six volumes, edited by Nigel Nicolson and Joanne Trautmann, between 1975 and 1980), is arranged alphabetically by correspondent.
—Hermione Lee, The New York Review of Books, 4 Apr. 2026
Perhaps tellingly, one of the panel discussions at this year’s fair will feature museum leaders weighing in on AI.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Ultimately, many expect the Supreme Court will end up weighing in on this legal theory of liability.
—Shannon Bond, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
Carr has also signaled his support for the deal as the FCC moves closer to weighing in on the merger.
—Kristin Brown, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Flavors include Blue Razz Blast and Sweet Peach Punch, and shoppers are already weighing in on taste.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighing in
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The scholarships support both academic and vocational college pursuits, reflecting the club’s commitment to a wide range of educational goals.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Shares of Birkenstock slipped in pre-market trading after the clog-brand posted second-quarter results reflecting in part the impact from the Middle East war.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
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Another 25-minute window should be used for strategic, valuable commenting on others' posts to gain visibility, avoiding generic responses.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Neighbors began commenting on how often someone in the household appeared ill.—
Ryan Brennan
May 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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Romney took note of his political journey during his remarks at Monday's celebration, remarking on the bipartisanship that made Romneycare possible.—
Jon Keller,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Best Things to Do Driving, tasting, eating, and remarking about the beauty of this part of California filled our days, and visitors have so many places to see, depending on their interests, from wine to olive oil, craft beer, honey, cheese, and farm-fresh fruit and nuts.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Weighing in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighing%20in. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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