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
Skylee has brown eyes, black hair, standing about 5-foot-4 and weighs about 120 pounds.
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David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
All three edges are undersized (below 255 pounds), and Reese weighs 241 pounds.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The Ohio native and former Clemson Tiger stands at 6 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 317 pounds.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The 6-foot-2 1/2 junior weighs 298 pounds, and was a pain for opposing defenses.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2026
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is considering calling for a general election in the third quarter as his government weighs politically sensitive cuts to fuel subsidies amid the global energy crunch, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
—Ram Anand, Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
At the time of the sale, the Running Point writers room happened to be in the middle of breaking a season two episode where the Gordon family weighs the ramifications if one of them, or their spouse, were to sell their shares in the team.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Richard Brody weighs what this omission means for the film.
—Austin Elias-De Jesus, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
Necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC, is a devastating complication of prematurity that weighs heavily on our minds.
—Alexander Crider, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
All three edges are undersized (below 255 pounds), and Reese weighs 241 pounds.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The Ohio native and former Clemson Tiger stands at 6 feet 7 inches tall and weighs 317 pounds.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
The 6-foot-2 1/2 junior weighs 298 pounds, and was a pain for opposing defenses.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Apr. 2026
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is considering calling for a general election in the third quarter as his government weighs politically sensitive cuts to fuel subsidies amid the global energy crunch, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
—Ram Anand, Bloomberg, 24 Apr. 2026
At the time of the sale, the Running Point writers room happened to be in the middle of breaking a season two episode where the Gordon family weighs the ramifications if one of them, or their spouse, were to sell their shares in the team.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026
Richard Brody weighs what this omission means for the film.
—Austin Elias-De Jesus, New Yorker, 23 Apr. 2026
Necrotizing enterocolitis, or NEC, is a devastating complication of prematurity that weighs heavily on our minds.
—Alexander Crider, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighs
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August 23 – September 22 Clarity matters most today when money or responsibilities come up.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, Cunningham says consistency matters more than materials when choosing the best bedroom flooring.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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For one, state law contemplates the state of Wisconsin—and not private residents—as being able to lawfully operate a lottery in Wisconsin.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Jessie Buckley stars as the Young Woman — her name and occupation changing frequently — who contemplates ending her seven-week relationship during a Thanksgiving trip to meet her boyfriend Jake's (Jesse Plemons) parents at their farmhouse.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Apr. 2026
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Bacon notes the Department of Corrections receives almost all its money from the general fund so more money for corrections means less for education, transportation, and Medicaid.—
Shaun Boyd,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Keep in mind, tulips require full sun, which means at least six hours of bright, direct sunlight a day.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
28 Apr. 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
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The analysis ranks each of the city’s 37 library branches and 56 recreation centers based on what the report considers its importance to the nearby community and uses those rankings to provide the City Council with possible scenarios.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The report also considers which shades best complement the drapey, lightweight fabrications gaining traction in the market.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Umbrellas are dotting the viewing area as a Marine band entertains guests.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Activities To understand how MharoKhet connects the farm to the plate, sign up for the daily, complimentary farm walk that both educates and entertains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The Senate typically debates and passes its budget in the week before Memorial Day.—
State House News Service,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Early voting in the midterm primaries starts Monday in Georgia, and voters were given a chance to see all the Republican hopefuls on one stage at the Atlanta Press Club debates Sunday.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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This class, featuring insights from experts like Amy Cuddy and Sylvia Ann Hewlett, explores the concept of presence in communication and leadership, offering strategies to enhance executive presence, build confidence, and effectively manage performance anxiety for professional success.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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The 1974 memoir explores Hollywood's Golden Age, and is packed with stories of some of its biggest stars.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Weighs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighs. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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