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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighs (upon)
pressures
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Underparenting resonates with more parents today, especially in a society that pressures them to be actively engaged with every step their child takes.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
21 Oct. 2025 -
The defense has been top five against the run and pressures quarterbacks at a higher rate than any team but the Broncos.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Weighs (upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighs%20%28upon%29. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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