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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While producers pondering where to set their next movie will surely be tempted, this does come at a time when those in Hollywood especially are desperate to bring production back to home shores.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Murphy, who has launched a group called the American EV Jobs Alliance to try to build bipartisan support for electric vehicles, has spent years pondering why more Republicans won't buy them.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2025
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Before their flight, the Tigers signed veteran outfielder Manuel Margot, meaning there is one fewer spot left to win.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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The New York Yankees are saddled with long-term injuries to Luis Gil and Gerrit Cole and the Baltimore Orioles still need to prove themselves after a lackluster winter, meaning the Red Sox have at least a chance to push for the AL East title for the first time since 2018.—
Jen McCaffrey,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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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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Over five million Syrians have been displaced abroad over the last 13 years, and many of them are now contemplating a return home.—
Karam Shaar,
Foreign Affairs,
20 Dec. 2024
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The rule could have prevented the government from considering important health research in setting pollution limits.—
Eric Nost,
The Conversation,
8 Jan. 2025
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Robert Saleh, former New York Jets head coach This might be the most popular hire among fans, considering that Saleh ran the 49ers’ 2019 defense, the unit the team has aspired to match ever since.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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The house had multiple assets, including a grand entrance, original details, a welcoming front porch and a two-story carriage house that offered additional space for entertaining.—
Lana Bortolot,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Again, sight lines within the home are extended, making this the area perfect for entertaining groups of all sizes, including large parties.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2025
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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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This involves scoping out and analyzing where to do fuel reduction, and monitoring smoke after lightning strikes and at campgrounds.—
Dua Anjum,
Rolling Stone,
14 Mar. 2025
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By analyzing the content surrounding an ad rather than individual user data, agents can deliver relevant messaging that feels personal and timely.—
Mike Villalobos,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Warriors are currently riding high on a five-game win streak, and are eyeing a potential top-four seed in the West.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Casting of new roles is expected to begin shortly, with production eying a July start, sources said.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Weighing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighing. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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