heavier

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Officials said the chemical is heavier than air, so it would settle and sink into the lower areas around that facility if there’s an explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

Roads will carry the overwhelming majority of Memorial Day travelers, so expect heavier traffic near major cities, beaches, lakes, parks, and other vacation destinations.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Earth's atmosphere is mostly nitrogen, which is heavier than water vapor.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

As Mansell was said to be more than 20kg heavier than Prost, that in theory put him at a disadvantage of a little over 0.2secs a lap.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

The pouch with his firewood seemed heavier on his belt.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan