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Recent Examples of top-heavy
Another top-heavy group led by Germany, a four-time World Cup champion.
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Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Mousa Al Tamari, Jordan right winger, 28 A classic winger who looks to beat his defender off the dribble before crossing passes into the box, Al Tamari is a standout for Stade Rennais in France’s Ligue 1 and helped the club finish sixth in the top-heavy league.
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Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
Still, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams were brilliant throughout this run, and OKC’s depth (aided by a lopsided 2024 offseason trade for Alex Caruso) suffocated top-heavy teams like Denver.
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Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
Rain, wind, and top-heavy blooms are no match for some of Amazon’s cheapest gardening solutions.
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Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
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Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Mousa Al Tamari, Jordan right winger, 28 A classic winger who looks to beat his defender off the dribble before crossing passes into the box, Al Tamari is a standout for Stade Rennais in France’s Ligue 1 and helped the club finish sixth in the top-heavy league.
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Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
7 June 2026
Still, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams were brilliant throughout this run, and OKC’s depth (aided by a lopsided 2024 offseason trade for Alex Caruso) suffocated top-heavy teams like Denver.
—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
Rain, wind, and top-heavy blooms are no match for some of Amazon’s cheapest gardening solutions.
—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-heavy
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This pack comes with four waterproof, spacious dustbags big enough for bulky sneakers and heels alike, which flight attendants say still hold up after consistent use.
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The hard gel has more structure than a traditional gel manicure, making my nails feel stronger and more durable without feeling bulky.
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Paolone rates the stock as overweight, and his target price of $62 implies almost 5% upside from Thursday’s close.
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Nearly 60% of US dogs are overweight or obese, reports the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention.
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And this one checks every box, with a cotton-modal blend that feels baby-soft against the skin, coupled with a poplin skirt that adds a bit of shape — but doesn't look voluminous or weigh you down.
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The strappy design, which retailed for $36,990, boasted a voluminous circle skirt covered in gold floral appliqués.
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While the attempts to create massy cinema land fine for most parts, Dhawan does not quite emerge as the larger-than-life south-Indian hero set to rule the audience merely with his presence.
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All objects that have mass interact with other massy objects—that’s called gravitational interaction.
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Both the size of the IPO and the hype around it – and CEO Elon Musk – have ignited outsized interest from investors.
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Premium subscribers, while a minority of the platform’s user base, show outsized engagement.
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Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss.
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For smaller private colleges that are tuition dependent and lack substantial and accessible endowments, even a modest reduction in enrollment could prove calamitous.
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“Top-heavy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/top-heavy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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