weights (down)

Definition of weights (down)next
present tense third-person singular of weight (down)
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Verb
  • Instead, the law subjects issuers to the Bank Secrecy Act, enforcing strict anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs.
    Sean Lee, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
  • Rather than discarding the residual sludge left behind after conventional anaerobic digestion, the system subjects it to an additional treatment stage known as Advanced Wet Oxidation and Steam Explosion (AWOEx).
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 May 2026
Verb
  • But that trajectory could change now as the latest inflation report weighs down both lenders and borrowers.
    Matt Richardson, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2026
  • But what if carrying a heavy defensive burden changes that, and weighs down that side of the game?
    The Athletic NHL, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Over time, this erodes trust, hampers innovation and increases attrition.
    Kapil Jain, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
  • Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
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“Weights (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weights%20%28down%29. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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