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
Carr has also signaled his support for the deal as the FCC moves closer to weighing in on the merger.
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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
Since then, all of the Latin musicians involved have been weighing in and sharing words back and forth across social media platforms.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2026
Georgia political leaders began weighing in Saturday after the United States and Israel launched major military strikes on Iran.
—Hunter Boyce, AJC.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Lifestyle and travel publication Only In Your State is weighing in on which shop deserves the title of Iowa's best sandwich spot.
—Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 20 Feb. 2026
Scientists, medical experts, policy makers and administrators, along with citizens who care about public health and nuclear energy, can bolster public confidence in nuclear energy by weighing in on this decision with the latest, most rigorous information possible.
—Katy Huff, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Hilary Duff’s husband is weighing in on the toxic mom group drama.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 7 Jan. 2026
But Not Fat podcast Penn Badgley is weighing in on who would win in a physical altercation between Dan Humphrey — his character in the CW's Gossip Girl — and Joe Goldberg, his character in the hit Netflix show You.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
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
Since then, all of the Latin musicians involved have been weighing in and sharing words back and forth across social media platforms.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 28 Feb. 2026
Georgia political leaders began weighing in Saturday after the United States and Israel launched major military strikes on Iran.
—Hunter Boyce, AJC.com, 28 Feb. 2026
Lifestyle and travel publication Only In Your State is weighing in on which shop deserves the title of Iowa's best sandwich spot.
—Cooper Worth, Des Moines Register, 20 Feb. 2026
Scientists, medical experts, policy makers and administrators, along with citizens who care about public health and nuclear energy, can bolster public confidence in nuclear energy by weighing in on this decision with the latest, most rigorous information possible.
—Katy Huff, Scientific American, 23 Jan. 2026
Hilary Duff’s husband is weighing in on the toxic mom group drama.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 7 Jan. 2026
But Not Fat podcast Penn Badgley is weighing in on who would win in a physical altercation between Dan Humphrey — his character in the CW's Gossip Girl — and Joe Goldberg, his character in the hit Netflix show You.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighing in
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Research also indicates that without adequate post-placement support, many families reenter shelter, reflecting ongoing housing instability.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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But investors already see the readings as obsolete, reflecting a pre-war economy.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Jamestown, Rhode Island — 'unique rural character' Yankee Magazine said that Jamestown, Rhode Island, is the sixth best small town in New England, commenting that the Conanicut Island town has a rustic aura, with vast stretches of farmland to bike through.—
Rin Velasco,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Survivor alum's presence has divided fans, with many commenting their disdain over Hasselbeck's return to the Hot Topics table.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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The rumors about the fake Carrey appearing at the César Awards started circulating online last week as people began remarking on his appearance on social media.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
2 Mar. 2026
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Viewers have also been remarking on Jackie’s big age gap relationship with Dylan (played by Harry Lawtey).—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Weighing in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighing%20in. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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