weigh

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How does the verb weigh differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of weigh are consider, contemplate, and study. While all these words mean "to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision," weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence.

weigh the pros and cons of the case

When might consider be a better fit than weigh?

The words consider and weigh can be used in similar contexts, but consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision.

refused even to consider my proposal

When is contemplate a more appropriate choice than weigh?

Although the words contemplate and weigh have much in common, contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision.

contemplate the consequences of refusing

When could study be used to replace weigh?

The words study and weigh are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae.

study the plan closely

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of weigh Thomas, who is 6-foot-2 and weighs 198 pounds, has the size, length and physicality Ballard usually looks for in a cornerback, but the real prize in Brugler’s mock draft is obviously Warren. James Boyd, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025 And Trump, who becomes president at noon Monday, is weighing a possible executive order that would suspend for two or three months the law’s nationwide ban while options for a TikTok sale are examined. Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 16 Jan. 2025 Trump is reportedly weighing ways to get around the law. Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025 Bannon appears to be more in line with much of the president-elect's base, but Musk's significant financial resources will likely weigh heavily on Trump and Republicans moving forward. Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for weigh 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weigh
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  • Only opinion that matters is your own and Jeff's 💯.
    Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans.
    Grant Lancaster, arkansasonline.com, 21 Jan. 2025
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    Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2025
  • There is no Alliance Independent School District, and the Keller school board is only pondering the idea of splitting the district in two, according Fort Worth city council member Charles Lauersdorf and Mayor Mattie Parker.
    Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Jan. 2025
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    Niall Stanage, The Hill, 21 Jan. 2025
  • That means no large pasta pot to clean, only one skillet.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
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    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Jan. 2025
  • In addition, conservative thought leaders — including those behind the Project 2025 playbook — have been contemplating Trump’s return for years, and have no doubt been helping Trump craft orders that are less vulnerable to legal challenges, the experts said.
    Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 17 Jan. 2025
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  • Several sessions at the conference in San Francisco addressed economists’ struggles to predict and respond to inflation, including a panel in which prominent economists including Ben S. Bernanke, the former Fed chair, debated the role that government policy played in the recent inflation surge.
    Ben Casselman, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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    The Hill, The Hill, 10 Jan. 2025
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  • Then there was the time McEwen, while entertaining a guest at Bern’s Steak House, saw two out-of-town friends also dining at the famous restaurant.
    Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2025
  • The only potential scenario of coaching in the NFL that Deion has reportedly entertained is the chance to coach his sons, quarterback Shedeur and defensive back Shilo.
    Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2025
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  • Senate Committees are set to question six of Donald Trump’s top appointees over their priorities and positions on issues of war, spycraft, electric cars and more.
    Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Williams’ health struggles first came to light in 2017, when a fainting spell in the middle of a live broadcast caused many to begin questioning her health.
    Claire Franken, TVLine, 16 Jan. 2025

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“Weigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weigh. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.

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