as in to reflect
to make a statement of one's opinion
self-appointed pundits immediately weighed in on the latest political scandal
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Recent Examples of weigh in
The Associated Press contacted a half dozen Democratic presidential prospects to gauge their support for Martin and all of them declined to weigh in.
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Steve Peoples, Twin Cities, 22 May 2026
Addax says the Basecamp weighs in at 1,800 lb (816 kg) dry and has a payload of 1,450 lb (658 kg).
—C.c. Weiss
may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
In the interview below, showrunners Joe Port and Joe Wiseman weigh in on that cliffhanger, Nancy’s backstory, and more from the two-part Ghosts finale.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 May 2026
Here, members of Forbes Coaches Council weigh in on how to navigate the challenge of making layoff decisions with clarity, confidence and integrity.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
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Steve Peoples, Twin Cities, 22 May 2026
Addax says the Basecamp weighs in at 1,800 lb (816 kg) dry and has a payload of 1,450 lb (658 kg).
—C.c. Weiss
may 22, New Atlas, 22 May 2026
In the interview below, showrunners Joe Port and Joe Wiseman weigh in on that cliffhanger, Nancy’s backstory, and more from the two-part Ghosts finale.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 May 2026
Here, members of Forbes Coaches Council weigh in on how to navigate the challenge of making layoff decisions with clarity, confidence and integrity.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weigh in
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Gambling’s prevalence during sports broadcasts reflects its status as an enormous and growing business in America.—
Luke Connors,
Washington Post,
19 May 2026
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But because film is visual, characters cannot merely feel, react, or reflect on the page.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department did not comment on the claims.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2026
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An attorney listed as representing Lineberger declined to comment when reached by ABC News.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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Yes, remarks those catty modernists made about their host could be less than savory, but Stein wasn’t bothered.—
Emily Cox,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
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When contacted for comment, a Trader Joe's representative referred Fox News Digital to Palbaum's podcast remarks.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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“Weigh in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weigh%20in. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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