lose (some) weight

idiom

: to become less heavy or fat

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It's helped many lose weight for the first time in their lives. Sydney Lupkin, NPR, 16 June 2025 Photograph: Getty Images An experimental obesity pill that works in a different way from the wildly popular Ozempic may help people lose weight, according to results from a small, preliminary human trial. Emily Mullin, Wired News, 16 June 2025 Excess weight can contribute to or exacerbate the condition, and patients are encouraged to lose weight to alleviate symptoms. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025 For people looking to lose weight or lower their blood pressure, two different diets could help. Jenna Anderson, Health, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for lose (some) weight

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“Lose (some) weight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lose%20%28some%29%20weight. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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