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heaviness

[hev-ee-nis] / ˈhɛv i nɪs /
NOUN
burden
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STRONG


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Greek yogurt tenderizes, it thickens, it adds richness without tipping into heaviness.

From Salon Apr. 28, 2026

The arrangement seems to track her movements like a camera, beginning with a jangly and optimistic guitar figure and acquiring heaviness and density as it goes.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 6, 2026

There’s complexity, harmonies and even some darkness and heaviness to some of the best classical music.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 3, 2025

The US-based Society for Vascular Surgery said the condition can cause heaviness in the affected limb, as well as swelling and pain.

From BBC Jul. 18, 2025

The stonecutter nodded, but his head hung with heaviness.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin




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