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
That ball of twine stands at least 11 feet tall, weighs almost 29,000 pounds and has a circumference of at least 46 feet.
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Staff, USA Today, 8 June 2026
With its brilliant white surface reflecting the searing Spanish sun, the cross that crowns the Tower of Jesus Christ (the other 17 towers are dedicated to the 12 apostles, four Evangelists and the Virgin Mary) is as tall as a five-story building and weighs around 100 tons.
—CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Bleak job prospects The currently bleak job market is another factor that weighs heavily on teens’ minds these days.
—Staff Author, Parents, 7 June 2026
In the second, two professional athletes become involved in some non-consensual behavior, and the fallout from a long trial and verdict weighs heavily on the conscience of one if not the other.
—The Know, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
Dixon was described as a black male who is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 120 lbs.
—Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The five-liter Ford V8 is tuned to 730 hp yet the car weighs under 1,600kg (~3,530 lb).
—New Atlas, 3 June 2026
Proctor is 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 240 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes, according to the police news release.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2026
Most remaining lawsuits now center on economic losses alleged by businesses and local governments, including Baltimore, as the court weighs legal arguments that could spur more settlements and avert any trial.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Staff, USA Today, 8 June 2026
With its brilliant white surface reflecting the searing Spanish sun, the cross that crowns the Tower of Jesus Christ (the other 17 towers are dedicated to the 12 apostles, four Evangelists and the Virgin Mary) is as tall as a five-story building and weighs around 100 tons.
—CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Bleak job prospects The currently bleak job market is another factor that weighs heavily on teens’ minds these days.
—Staff Author, Parents, 7 June 2026
In the second, two professional athletes become involved in some non-consensual behavior, and the fallout from a long trial and verdict weighs heavily on the conscience of one if not the other.
—The Know, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
Dixon was described as a black male who is 5 feet 10 inches tall and weighs about 120 lbs.
—Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The five-liter Ford V8 is tuned to 730 hp yet the car weighs under 1,600kg (~3,530 lb).
—New Atlas, 3 June 2026
Proctor is 6 feet tall and weighs approximately 240 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes, according to the police news release.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2026
Most remaining lawsuits now center on economic losses alleged by businesses and local governments, including Baltimore, as the court weighs legal arguments that could spur more settlements and avert any trial.
—Michael Kunzelman, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighs
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Family history matters but isn’t the dominant driver.—
Allison Palmer
June 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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This consistency matters more than peak brightness.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The bill also contemplates restrictions on coaches leaving their teams before the end of the season.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
27 May 2026
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Inspired by their connection, Étienne contemplates exchanging his lonely existence for one filled with romance, but with a demanding route to cover, starring in a great love story may not be in the cards for the hard-working road warrior.—
Elaina Patton,
IndieWire,
12 May 2026
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Cherfilus-McCormick also called on the Democratic Party and allies to speak up about what Wasserman Schultz’s presence in the race means regarding Black political representation.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 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
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While Heinrich ponders the misfiring neurons in the brain of a mass shooter, Jack’s pursuit of Mink—a character whose skin color and ambiguous ethnicity Jack remarks on repeatedly—leads him directly into the urban teeth of the War on Drugs.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rehmeier, who’s already shot an unannounced third film with Gallner, considers his performance in the nearly unanimously praised Caroline to be reminiscent of Paul Newman or Steve McQueen.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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Ed Simon considers Allen Ginsberg on his 100th birthday.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The Green Griller likely has an herb garden blooming in his yard and entertains in a rugged yet stylish manner with a variety of equipment that imparts a clean, outdoorsy flavor without leaving behind ash.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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But, of course, nobody entertains for a moment the thought that the fund could conceivably reward an actual victim of weaponization.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2026
Verb
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As the podcast industry debates the definition of a podcast and wades through unclear ad measurement tools, a secret industrywide taskforce has been meeting to combat the problem.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
28 May 2026
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Finally, leaders should pay attention to who speaks less when one person debates more.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Carlos De Loera is a reporter with De Los, the Los Angeles Times vertical that explores Latino culture and identity.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Brodie explores the allure of the pop-cultural underdog and writes about her characters’ chemistry and near-supernatural connection in a way that makes improv seem like literal magic.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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