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Courtney Hawkins, 40, said the data center issue “absolutely” would carry weight in his votes.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 6, 2026

The observation that "words carry weight and meaning" drew warm applause, as a message against the politics of wild rhetoric.

From BBC Apr. 28, 2026

Does any of that historical power for both the Continent and Japan carry weight when it comes to stocks?

From Barron's Jan. 21, 2026

But the alliances still carry weight for Maduro’s regime.

From The Wall Street Journal Nov. 29, 2025

Anything William said would carry weight in the town.

From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare




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