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as in weight
the amount that something weighs
some synthetic fabrics are nice and warm, but I prefer wool because it has more heft
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as in influence
the power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly
as a former senator, he still had some heft in political circles
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as in bulk
archaic
the main or greater part of something as distinguished from its subordinate parts
the heft of the wainwright's business had been the building of hay wagons
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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position
heft your baggy gym shorts a little higher—you're showing us more than we care to see
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Recent Examples of heft
Natalie Portman, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, the aluminum and titanium handle adds some heft, which increases the amount of pressure this vibe can deliver.
—Gabrielle Kassel, SELF, 11 Feb. 2025
Nathaniel Scharping, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2024
Four men hefted Benites and placed her in the back seat.
—Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 2 Jan. 2024
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Noun
The Corbet Way is a model of economy delivering a minimum of scale while exuding the intellectual heft and sprawl of a 19th century novel.
—Natalie Portman, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, the aluminum and titanium handle adds some heft, which increases the amount of pressure this vibe can deliver.
—Gabrielle Kassel, SELF, 11 Feb. 2025
Verb
In the leafcutter ant exhibit, visitors can watch half a million tiny ants scurry industriously to and fro, hefting shards of leaves above their heads like tiny sails.
—Nathaniel Scharping, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2024
Four men hefted Benites and placed her in the back seat.
—Terrence McCoy, Washington Post, 2 Jan. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heft
Noun
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Durston relies on a combination of ultralight high-tenacity 15D sil-polyester fabric, narrow seams and narrow seam tape to shave weight without sacrificing overall space or performance.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2025
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Healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating a balanced diet, staying active, and maintaining a healthy weight, may help reduce risk.—
Julie Scott, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP,
Verywell Health,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The longer the conflict continues in its current trajectory, the more influence and land Russia will be able to amass from the overwhelmed Ukrainian military.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Mar. 2025
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Those who fall into this category show enthusiasm and value connection, collaboration and influence.—
Kathleen Shanley,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Lopez recommends choosing wholesome picks like brown rice, barley, whole wheat pasta and oats in bulk to save money and use in multiple meals. Fruits and vegetables.—
Erica Lamberg,
Fox News,
9 Mar. 2025
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Democrats and progressives are uneasy about the concentration of investment power in the hands of a few fund management firms that vacuum the vast bulk of investment dollars into their index funds, notably BlackRock, Vanguard and State Street.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Sotheby’s was heaving before the 7 p.m. kick-off, with packed seats and an excited crowd thronged at the back of the salesroom.—
George Nelson,
ARTnews.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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As time expired, Tre Holloman heaved a shot from beyond halfcourt and sank it to secure the ridiculous victory for Michigan State on the road.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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As part of the plan, the U.S. immediately lifted its pause on sharing intelligence and resumed security assistance with Ukraine, which was invaded by Russia more than three years ago.—
Yeo Boon Ping,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this week, the Trump administration lifted its suspension of military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after imposing the measures follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s tense meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Hosted by the Ekman Group and organized jointly with the Swedish Fashion Council, CTF works to underline the sway of stakeholder synergies within the industry.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Mar. 2025
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These figures seem to hold extraordinary sway over the President, who may see, in their taste for drawing theories of the universe from the growth of their own enterprises, a reflection of himself.—
Nathan Heller,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The bottom line At-home laser hair removal can be a very convenient—and more affordable—option for some people in both small and larger areas of the body, namely in those with light skin and dark hair.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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In the aftermath, with their bodies teetering on the edge of destruction, Ne Zha embarks on a quest to obtain an elixir to restore Ao Bing’s body, uncovering a dangerous conspiracy in the process.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Peterson hoisted a chainsaw while wearing a blazer over a T-shirt, black shades and a black cap, as Musk did at a recent event.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article A month after the Philadelphia Eagles hoisted the Lombardi Trophy following their Super Bowl LIX victory against the Kansas City Chiefs, free agency is set to begin.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
7 Mar. 2025
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“Heft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heft. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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