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put weight on

VERB

lean

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bow drift incline nod prop recline slant tilt tip twist veer

STRONG

beetle cant careen curve decline deflect dip divert droop heel jut list overhang pitch place repose rest roll sag sheer sink slope turn

WEAK

be off be slanted fasten on hang on rest on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

straighten

STRONG

ascend rise

Example Sentences

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When you walk or put weight on a joint, cartilage is gently compressed, pushing fluid out.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

The veteran guard struggled to put weight on his foot after landing awkwardly on Reaves’ foot.

From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2023

Plumlee could not put weight on the leg and was carried to the locker room by two Clippers staff members.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2023

He quickly limped off the field, unable to put weight on his right leg.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 30, 2023

But when she stood up again and put weight on it, I caught her wincing.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs