1
as in matters
to be of importance
evidence that will weigh heavily against the defendant
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2
as in contemplates
to give serious and careful thought to
weighed the options for weeks before making a decision
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Recent Examples of weighs
This puffy tote features tons of interior pockets for easy organization, a water-resistant exterior, and weighs under a pound.
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Annie Blackman, InStyle, 21 June 2026
The agency said Sanchez-Munoz has brown hair, weighs 184 pounds, is 5 feet 8 inches tall, has a tattoo on his right bicep and acne scars on his face.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
This highly portable 2-inch mattress weighs only 14 ounces and packs down to the size of a water bottle.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
The fan heater is approximately 13 inches tall, 5 inches wide, and 5 inches deep, and weighs about 2 pounds.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
According to the zoo's announcement, Brötchen was born on May 9, already weighs nearly 45 pounds, and has been exploring her outdoor enclosure alongside her mother, Debbie.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
The court weighs birthright citizenship.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 18 June 2026
This $40 option weighs just a smidge over half a pound but can hold up to 20 liters.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
The elaborate production, along with its all-star cast, made for a high price tag, something Netflix weighs against viewing when making renewal decisions.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Annie Blackman, InStyle, 21 June 2026
The agency said Sanchez-Munoz has brown hair, weighs 184 pounds, is 5 feet 8 inches tall, has a tattoo on his right bicep and acne scars on his face.
—Nathan Pilling, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
This highly portable 2-inch mattress weighs only 14 ounces and packs down to the size of a water bottle.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
The fan heater is approximately 13 inches tall, 5 inches wide, and 5 inches deep, and weighs about 2 pounds.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026
According to the zoo's announcement, Brötchen was born on May 9, already weighs nearly 45 pounds, and has been exploring her outdoor enclosure alongside her mother, Debbie.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
The court weighs birthright citizenship.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 18 June 2026
This $40 option weighs just a smidge over half a pound but can hold up to 20 liters.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2026
The elaborate production, along with its all-star cast, made for a high price tag, something Netflix weighs against viewing when making renewal decisions.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighs
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The surrounding context also matters, including which type of treatment is being followed, the confidence of the health care provider and the patient’s prior experiences with the treatment.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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These same compounds already show up as some of the priciest line items on typical biohacking clinic menus, which is part of why this regulatory fight matters to anyone pricing out a visit.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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The agreement contemplates beginning the design phase of the new stations while the arbitration is ongoing.—
Joshua Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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It’s been a long time since Steven Spielberg directed a film as quintessentially Spielbergian as Disclosure Day, which contemplates how humankind might react to proof that extraterrestrial life exists.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Which means the quality of one’s playing career isn’t supposed to affect their ability to be inducted for success as a coach or executive, and vice versa.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Which means the island craves eight more souls, one for each bell toll.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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Vieira ponders the dilemma from his own perspective as a coach, having had spells in charge at New York City, Nice, Crystal Palace, Strasbourg and Genoa.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
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As coach John Hynes ponders his Game 1 starter, the recent numbers will show that Wallstedt has allowed a total of four goals in his final two regular-season starts, while veteran Filip Gustavsson has been touched for 10 in the same span.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Kane considers himself in the same tier as those strikers and said he couldn’t be outdone in his own opener.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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Graves said law enforcement considers Sanchez-Munoz armed and dangerous.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Verb
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For Rodriguez, the property represents the realization of a childhood dream that shaped not only the architecture of the home but also how the couple entertains and lives.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Moe entertains far grander dreams.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
8 June 2026
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But also debates within the Labour Party, the state of the polls, the development of public opinion, and the success or otherwise of the government in generating growth by other means.—
Anand Menon,
Time,
13 June 2026
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The big story While Hollywood continues to work out how best to use AI and debates its effect on jobs, filmmakers in India — the world’s most prolific movie production industry — have taken the next step.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
Verb
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An InStyle editor explores Jenner's affinity for the cut and asks jewelry experts to weigh in on its growing appeal.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Free-loving Venus explores your 9th House of Travel and Learning, opposite dark Pluto in your 3rd House of Communication, so big ideas ask for simple words that hold up.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2026
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“Weighs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighs. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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