1
as in mattering
to be of importance
evidence that will weigh heavily against the defendant
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2
as in pondering
to give serious and careful thought to
weighed the options for weeks before making a decision
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Recent Examples of weighing
Truly pocket sized and weighing just 165g, FiiO says this is the ideal travel companion thanks to 12 hours of battery life and a two-hour fast-charge mode.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Recreationally, Schnell drives vehicles weighing more than 12,000 pounds for stadiums packed with fans.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
This 2,000-tonne contraption would be lowered on a string of pipe weighing 2,000 tonnes, and grapple the wreck weighing 4,000 tonnes.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
Its lightweight formula provides density without weighing the hair down or leaving it dry or sticky.
—Sephora, refinery29.com, 3 Jan. 2025
The two spacecraft, each weighing 485 pounds (220 kilograms), are expected to test rendezvous operations from as far apart as just over 12 miles (20 km), with the Chaser vehicle approaching closer over time for the final docking.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
But with Mills sidelined and Stockton at quarterback, the Bulldogs will likely run the ball more on Wednesday behind an offensive line that has each starter weighing at least 310 pounds.
—Tim Casey, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
To counteract Bubble Butt's wayward flotation, the Florida facility's staff affixed 2 1/2 pounds of lead to his shell (a negligible addition for a reptile weighing more than 100 pounds).
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 28 Dec. 2024
The first ball, measuring 5 feet in diameter and weighing 700 pounds, was made of iron and wood and was covered with 100 25-watt light bulbs.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Recreationally, Schnell drives vehicles weighing more than 12,000 pounds for stadiums packed with fans.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
This 2,000-tonne contraption would be lowered on a string of pipe weighing 2,000 tonnes, and grapple the wreck weighing 4,000 tonnes.
—David Szondy, New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
Its lightweight formula provides density without weighing the hair down or leaving it dry or sticky.
—Sephora, refinery29.com, 3 Jan. 2025
The two spacecraft, each weighing 485 pounds (220 kilograms), are expected to test rendezvous operations from as far apart as just over 12 miles (20 km), with the Chaser vehicle approaching closer over time for the final docking.
—Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Dec. 2024
But with Mills sidelined and Stockton at quarterback, the Bulldogs will likely run the ball more on Wednesday behind an offensive line that has each starter weighing at least 310 pounds.
—Tim Casey, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
To counteract Bubble Butt's wayward flotation, the Florida facility's staff affixed 2 1/2 pounds of lead to his shell (a negligible addition for a reptile weighing more than 100 pounds).
—Bill Chappell, NPR, 28 Dec. 2024
The first ball, measuring 5 feet in diameter and weighing 700 pounds, was made of iron and wood and was covered with 100 25-watt light bulbs.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighing
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School Board members are now pondering the idea of asking voters for another bond in the future.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Dec. 2024
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There may be some benefit from these policies, but business leaders pondering their 2025 plans will want to focus on their own labor needs.—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Every person and object resonates with meaning that, like pieces of a mosaic, contributes to the overall picture.—
Manohla Dargis,
New York Times,
31 Dec. 2024
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What Happens Next The active period is expected to last for at least another year, meaning there could be more opportunities to see the northern lights in 2025, even for more southern locations.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, 61% of medical students are contemplating careers outside clinical practice, viewing medical school as a stepping stone to other fields in healthcare.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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Scott’s giving has important guidance not only for billionaires who want to follow her example and ramp up their giving, but also for everyday donors – and investors — who may be contemplating year-end decisions.—
David Bowermaster,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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Among its selections this spring is this 2001 satire that, considering climate change and our incoming administration, will probably still hit pretty hard.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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Hoping for compensation Lewis is among those employees now considering legal action against Jingle.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2025
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Kendra suggests her Chocolate Mouse for a Party recipe that is primed for entertaining a large crowd and guarantees everyone will get a scoop.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appétit,
11 Dec. 2024
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By the mid-1990s, public health leaders were entertaining the possibility that the STI could be eliminated.—
Benjamin Ryan,
NBC News,
12 Nov. 2024
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Singing on the beach under the stars may not stop people (or me) from questioning the legitimacy of my Asian identity, but these moments bond me to the community and culture of my grandparents.—
Acacia Gabriel,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Dec. 2024
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From analyzing seismic patterns to planning urban resilience, its capabilities can bridge the gaps that past disasters have revealed.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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By analyzing historical data on application behavior, CIOs can identify patterns and allocate resources to address recurring issues, ultimately reducing the need for frequent, resource-heavy testing.—
Sameer Malhotra,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Is general manager Brian Cashman eyeing third baseman Alex Bregman as his final big splash of the winter?—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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After a year spent juggling collegiate and elite competition, Leanne returns to Gainesville, FL for her senior year – and eyeing an NCAA team title.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Weighing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighing. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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