heavy
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Traffic will be heavy on the Westside due to an influx of fan events and peak beach traffic.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
They figured 3 solid ounces per foot, but sand is a little heavy, and he’s sitting in a bathing suit.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
—Bitcoin edged slightly higher but its recovery from last week’s heavy losses remains limited.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
The company's ability to record and share vibrant images from activities fit well with the growth of social media, although heavy competition from smartphones has been a persistent challenge.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Except for short distances banty chickens can’t fly well, because they have been bred to be too heavy for their wings.
From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen
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