weigh

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Millions of the particles, which measure less than a millimetre and weigh less than a gram, make it through the Earth's atmosphere daily.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

Then it would need to be mechanically excavated from deep underground in the middle of hostile territory and could weigh 1,000 pounds.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

The recent spate of higher international oil prices are also expected to reaccelerate inflation and further weigh on consumers.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Higher energy costs could both weigh on Japan’s economy and boost underlying inflation, complicating the BOJ’s policy steering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

When Macon returned from the weigh station he told her the weight.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn